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U.S. imports of parts of railway & tramway locomotives (nesoi) (HS 860791) totaled $10.7M in April 2026, traded with 29 countries.
Importers of Parts of Railway & Tramway Locomotives (NESOI) paid $2.5M in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 30% on $8.4M in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule. Parts of Railway & Tramway Locomotives (NESOI) imports of $10.7M in April 2026 ran 20% below the year-to-date monthly average of $13.5M.
Last updated: April 2026 dataLocomotive-specific components not covered by the more narrowly defined brake, coupling, or axle subheadings — such as engine housings, traction motor frames, control electronics housings, and structural castings — are captured under heading 860791, with a single 10-digit line (8607910000) covering all such parts. Mexico and Canada together dominate US supply, reflecting deep North American rail manufacturing integration, while China and India serve as significant alternative sources. Locomotive parts are high-value, low-volume shipments where precise technical documentation and correct classification relative to adjacent headings (e.g., electrical components under Chapter 85) are recurring compliance challenges.
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The key is GRI 1 and the relevant Section XVI note: parts that are identifiable as suitable for use solely or principally with railway locomotives generally classify under heading 8607 rather than a general electrical or mechanical heading. However, multipurpose electrical components (e.g., generic circuit breakers) may remain in Chapter 85. When the principal-use test is ambiguous, a binding ruling request to CBP provides the most reliable answer.
Beyond standard entry documentation, importers claiming USMCA preferential treatment must have a valid certification of origin and ensure the parts meet the applicable tariff-shift or regional-value-content rules under the agreement. For high-value locomotive components, a detailed bill of materials and manufacturer's affidavit supporting origin are advisable to withstand CBP verification.
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Monthly import values over time
HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Import Value | Effective Tariff % | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8607910000 | OTHER PARTS OF LOCOMOTIVES, NESOI | $10.7M | 30.18% | $2.5M |
OTHER PARTS OF LOCOMOTIVES, NESOI
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 8607910000 | OTHER PARTS OF LOCOMOTIVES, NESOI | $13.0M |
OTHER PARTS OF LOCOMOTIVES, NESOI
337.3K kg
PTS OF RAILWAY/TRAMWAY EXC LOCOMO/ROLLG STCK NESOI
HS 860799
TRUCK AXLES AND WHEELS & PTS, ETC FOR RAIL VEHICLS
HS 860719
CONTAINERS FOR ONE OR MORE MODES OF TRANSPORT
HS 860900
HOOKS & OTH COUPLING DEVICES BUFFERS & PTS THEREOF
HS 860730
AIRBRAKES AND PARTS THEREOF
HS 860721
TRUCK ASSEMBLIES FOR SELF-PROPELLED RAILWAY VEH
HS 860711
| State | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Texas | $3.6M | $458K | -$3.2M |
| New Jersey | $165K | $3.8M | +$3.6M |
| Indiana | $2.4M | $1.2M | -$1.2M |
| Port | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| LAREDO, TX | $4.4M | $757K | -$3.6M |
| PORT EVERGLADES, FL | -- | $4.1M | +$4.1M |
| DETROIT, MI | $1.1M | $230K | -$901K |