Knuckle Pin Retainer from China
Knuckle pin retainers secure the pivot pin in automatic couplers on 8605/8606 vehicles, preventing uncoupling. Made of high-strength steel. Classed under HTS 8607.30.10 coupling parts.
Duty Rate — China → United States
38.6%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.0225%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.12, 9903.88.17, 9903.88.20, 9903.88.54, 9903.88.59, 9903.88.61, 9903.88.63, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, 9903.88.69, or 9903.88.70, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(c) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(d)
Import Tips
• Reference coupler model (e.g
• AAR Type E) in entry docs
• Small parts risk Chapter 73; emphasize rail function
• Locknut torque specs for safety compliance