Is HTS 8601 subject to a Section 301 tariff?

Goods imported from China may carry an additional Section 301 tariff (typically +25% or +7.5%) on top of the base duty rate. Use the ShipSeeker calculator with origin set to China to estimate it.

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HTS 8601 Chapter 86

Rail Locomotives Powered From An External Source Of Electricity Or By Electric Accumulators (batteries):

Q: What is the import duty rate for HTS 8601 (Rail Locomotives Powered From An External Source Of Electricity Or By Electric Accumulators (batteries):)?

The general (MFN) duty rate for HTS 8601 is varies by subheading. Free-trade-agreement (special) and Column 2 rates may also apply. Estimate the total landed cost by country of origin with the ShipSeeker calculator.

Q: What does HTS 8601 cover?

HTS 8601 covers Rail Locomotives Powered From An External Source Of Electricity Or By Electric Accumulators (batteries): in the U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule (chapter 86).

U.S. import duty rate & tariff classification for HTS 8601 in the Harmonized Tariff Schedule.

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Duty rates for HTS 8601 are set at the subheading level.

Across its 2 subheadings, published general rates are Free. Pick a specific code below for its exact rate.

Subheadings under 8601

HTS code	Description	General rate
8601.10.00.00	Powered From An External Source Of Electricity	Free
8601.20.00.00	Powered By Electric Accumulators (batteries)	Free

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Source: U.S. International Trade Commission (USITC) Harmonized Tariff Schedule. Rates are for reference; verify with a licensed customs broker before importing.