End-of-Car Buffer Housing from Germany
End-of-car buffer housings encase the friction and spring elements on freight car strikers for 8606 vehicles. They provide structural support during impacts. HTS 8607.30.10 includes these buffer components.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Engineering specs must reference AAR M-901 for freight buffer standards
• Avoid 'universal' labeling; specify 8605/8606 to block 8607.30.90
• Weldment documentation prevents underframe reclass to 8607.11