About HS Code 860712
This HS code encompasses non-driving bogies and bissel-bogies for railway and tramway locomotives and rolling stock. These components are crucial for supporting the vehicle's weight, guiding it along the tracks, and providing suspension for a smooth ride, without contributing to propulsion. They are integral to passenger coaches, freight wagons, and non-powered sections of locomotives. International trade in these parts is driven by the global demand for new rolling stock construction, as well as the extensive maintenance and repair cycles of existing fleets. Importers include rolling stock manufacturers, rail operators, and maintenance workshops worldwide, particularly in regions expanding their rail networks. Exporters are specialized engineering companies and large-scale manufacturers with expertise in heavy fabrication and precision machining. Key factors influencing trade are design specifications, load capacity, suspension systems, and compliance with national and international rail safety standards.
Products Under This Code
Passenger coach bogies, Freight wagon bogies, Trailer bogies for EMUs/DMUs, Non-powered locomotive bogies, Suspension systems for bogies, Bogie frames (non-driving), Wheelsets for non-driving bogies
Real World Examples
Siemens SF5000 bogies, Alstom Flexx Eco bogies, Bombardier FLEXX Compact bogies, CRRC non-driving bogies, Tatravagónka freight bogies
Common Misclassification
This code specifically excludes *driving* bogies (860711) and should not be confused with them, nor with 860719 which covers individual axles and wheels rather than complete bogie assemblies.
Products Classified Under 8607.12
Trade Overview
China, Germany, and the USA are leading exporters of these essential bogie components, with India, Russia, and various European countries being major importers for their extensive rail networks.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 860712?
HS code 860712 covers: Railway or tramway locomotives or rolling stock; parts, bogies and bissel-bogies (excluding driving bogies and bissel-bogies). This HS code encompasses non-driving bogies and bissel-bogies for railway and tramway locomotives and rolling stock. These components are crucial for supporting the vehicle's weight, guiding it along the tracks, and providing suspension for a smooth ride, without contributing to propulsion. They are integral to passenger coaches, freight wagons, and non-powered sections of locomotives. International trade in these parts is driven by the global demand for new rolling stock construction, as well as the extensive maintenance and repair cycles of existing fleets. Importers include rolling stock manufacturers, rail operators, and maintenance workshops worldwide, particularly in regions expanding their rail networks. Exporters are specialized engineering companies and large-scale manufacturers with expertise in heavy fabrication and precision machining. Key factors influencing trade are design specifications, load capacity, suspension systems, and compliance with national and international rail safety standards.
What products fall under HS code 860712?
Passenger coach bogies, Freight wagon bogies, Trailer bogies for EMUs/DMUs, Non-powered locomotive bogies, Suspension systems for bogies, Bogie frames (non-driving), Wheelsets for non-driving bogies
What are common misclassifications for HS code 860712?
This code specifically excludes *driving* bogies (860711) and should not be confused with them, nor with 860719 which covers individual axles and wheels rather than complete bogie assemblies.
How is HS code 860712 structured?
HS code 860712 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (86) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (07) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (12) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.