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9817.00.90/Used Steel Rails for Rerolling/Japan

Used Steel Rails for Rerolling from Japan

Worn railroad rails removed from service, suitable only for relaying or rerolling after complete remelting. Classified under HTS 9817.00.90 as articles of metal specifically provided for relaying or rerolling rails. These rails cannot be commercially reused in current condition without remanufacture.

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%
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Import Tips

• Include rail profile measurements showing excessive wear beyond service limits

• Provide origin documentation confirming removal from actual rail service