Matisa B66 Track Ballast Regulator from Japan
Swiss-engineered machine for emergency ballast cleaning and track stabilization after derailments. Temporarily imported under 9813.00.40 when U.S. maintenance equipment cannot meet restoration timelines. High-speed ballast profiling for rapid track recovery.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Secure railroad engineering certification of emergency track damage requiring specialized equipment
• Document pre/post-operation track conditions with FRA compliance photos and measurements
• Schedule export immediately upon completion of emergency restoration work