Railway Track Switch Stand Parts
Replacement levers and rods for manual railway track switches. As parts of the foregoing, classified under HTS 8608.00.00.00.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 3.8% | +37.5% | 41.3% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 3.8% | +10.0% | 13.8% |
| 🇨🇦Canada | 3.8% | +10.0% | 13.8% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | +12.5% | 12.5% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If generic forged steel parts
Undedicated iron/steel articles to 7326.
If other track construction parts
Non-signaling track parts may go to 8602.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Reference original equipment model for parts classification
• Avoid bulk steel classification by specifying rail function
• Include OEM compatibility letters
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End-of-track device to stop rolling stock mechanically. HTS 8608.00.00.00 as railway track fixture.
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Railway Point Signal Control
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Railway Turntable
A large rotating platform used to turn locomotives and rolling stock around at railway depots. It falls under HTS 8608.00.00.00 as assembled track equipment for railways, explicitly listed in the chapter notes for heading 8608.