Aluminum Locomotive Bogie Frame from China

A lightweight aluminum frame assembly used in the bogie of electric locomotives classified under heading 8605. It supports the wheels and axles, transmitting load to the locomotive body. Falls under HTS 8607.99.10.00 as a part specifically for 8605/8606 vehicles, excluding brake regulators.

Duty Rate — China → United States

37.8%

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
9903.88.0125%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.05, 9903.88.06, 9903.88.07, 9903.88.08, 9903.88.10, 9903.88.11, 9903.88.14, 9903.88.19, 9903.88.50, 9903.88.52, 9903.88.58, 9903.88.60, 9903.88.62, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(a) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(b) [to this subchapter]

Import Tips

Verify compatibility with specific locomotive models under 8605/8606 via technical specs to avoid misclassification

Include engineering drawings and OEM certifications in documentation to prove exclusion from brake regulators

Watch for anti-dumping duties on aluminum components from certain origins; check Commerce Dept. scopes