HS Code 8607
Railway Locomotive and Rolling Stock Parts
HS code 8607 covers parts of railway or tramway locomotives and rolling stock, such as bogies, axles, wheels, brakes, and coupling mechanisms.
4-digit Section XVIIFCL
HS Code 8607 — Railway Locomotive and Rolling Stock Parts
This heading covers the essential components used to build or repair locomotives and rail cars. It includes everything from wheels and axles to braking systems and coupling gear.
What's included
- Bogies and bissel-bogies
- Axles and wheels
- Pneumatic brakes and parts
- Hooks and coupling systems
- Locomotive bodies and frames
What's excluded
- Electric motors → use
8501(General purpose electric motors are classified by their electrical nature in Chapter 85.) - Rubber tyres → use
4011(Rubber tyres for trams or trains are classified as rubber products.)
Common examples
- Siemens locomotive bogie
- Forged steel railway wheels
- Knorr-Bremse air brake system
- Automatic rail couplers
Frequently asked questions
Do small screws used in trains go here?
No, general-use fasteners are classified in Chapter 73 as articles of iron or steel.
Trade & shipping notes
- Typical duty range: 0% - 5%
- Documentation: Heat treatment certificates for steel components (wheels/axles) are often required.
- Typical shipping mode: FCL
- Top exporters: China, Germany, Italy, Japan
- Top importers: United States, India, France, United Kingdom
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Key takeaway
Broad category for specialized mechanical parts of trains; excludes general electrical and hardware items.
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