Shunt Buffer with Rubber Pads from China
Shunt buffers with integrated rubber pads protect the ends of freight locomotives (8605) during switching maneuvers. They absorb low-speed impacts and are specifically designed for these vehicles. Falls under HTS 8607.30.10 as buffer 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
• Include installation diagrams proving fitment only on 8605/8606 to distinguish from general buffers
• Register with FRA if for U.S. rails; non-compliance delays entry