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HS Code for Railway axles

8607.19 Railway or tramway locomotives or rolling stock; parts, axles and wheels, and parts thereof
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Railway axles are classified under HS code 8607.19. This code falls under Chapter 86, which governs railway and tramway equipment. Heading 8607 is the primary category for parts of locomotives and rolling stock. The subheading 8607.19 is a residual category for "axles and wheels, and parts thereof" that are not classified as driving bogies or bissel-bogies. Classification here is driven by the General Rules of Interpretation (GRI), specifically GRI 1, which dictates that classification is determined by the terms of the headings and any relative section or chapter notes. Since axles are essential structural components of railway carriages and locomotives, and they are specifically mentioned in the subheadings of 8607, they must be classified here. The distinction between 8607.19 and other subheadings depends on whether the axle is part of a larger assembly like a bogie or if it is being imported as a standalone component or part of a wheelset. It is important to note that axles for road vehicles are classified in Chapter 87, making the distinction of the end-use (railway vs. road) the primary factor in selecting 8607.19.

Products Included

  • Solid steel axles for freight wagons
  • Hollow axles for high-speed passenger trains
  • Wheelsets (axles with wheels permanently attached)
  • Axle boxes and housings
  • Stub axles for railway bogies

Common Misclassification

Railway axles are often confused with 8607.11, which is reserved for driving bogies and bissel-bogies. If the axle is part of a motorized driving unit, it belongs there. Additionally, importers sometimes mistakenly use 8708.50, which is for motor vehicle axles, or 8483.10 for general transmission shafts, but 8607.19 is the correct code for rail-specific axles.

FAQ

What is the HS code for railway axles?

The HS code for railway axles, wheels, and their parts (excluding driving bogies) is 8607.19.

Does this code include the wheels?

Yes, HS code 8607.19 covers both axles and wheels, as well as parts thereof, when they are intended for railway or tramway use.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the HS code for Railway axles?

The HS code for Railway axles is 860719 (Railway or tramway locomotives or rolling stock; parts, axles and wheels, and parts thereof).

How do I classify Railway axles for customs?

Railway axles is classified under HS code 860719 — Railway or tramway locomotives or rolling stock; parts, axles and wheels, and parts thereof. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.

Is the HS code for Railway axles the same in all countries?

The base HS code 860719 for Railway axles is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.