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Railroad Switch Points Scrap from Japan

Worn railroad switch points and frogs removed from track, suitable only for rerolling after remelting. Specifically provided for under HTS 9817.00.90 as relaying/rerolling rails and rail components not commercially reusable in present condition.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

Track maintenance records showing removal for wear beyond limits

Weight and dimension specs confirming complete switch assemblies

Distinguish from new replacement parts or short rail sections