Used Standard 136RE Railway Rail from Japan
Worn 136RE profile railway rails recovered from freight lines, suitable only for relaying after rerolling due to surface defects and wear. These rails cannot be used commercially in current condition without remanufacturing. Classified under HTS 9817.00.90.60 as relaying or rerolling rails unfit for direct service.
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
• Verify rail condition documentation proving unsuitability for direct track use; clean rails may face regular Chapter 73 classification
• Include mill test reports and wear measurements to substantiate 'relaying/rerolling' status under subheading requirements
• Avoid common pitfall of improper weight declarations; rails must be processed solely for metal recovery or rerolling