Defective 132RE Continuous Welded Rail from Japan
CWR 132RE rails rejected during installation due to internal defects detected by ultrasonic testing, suitable only for rerolling recovery. These rails cannot be commercially deployed without complete remanufacture by melting. Specifically provided for under HTS 9817.00.90.60 as relaying or rerolling rails.
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
• Include NDT inspection reports documenting internal flaws disqualifying commercial use
• Separate from serviceable CWR inventory; commingling risks regular Chapter 73 classification
• Declare exact profile (132RE) and length; standard 39ft sections qualify as relaying rails