8601.20.00.00 - Powered by electric accumulators (batteries)
Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Unit of Quantity | No. |
| General Rate of Duty | Free |
| Special Rate of Duty | N/A |
| Column 2 Rate of Duty | 35% |
| Quota Quantity | N/A |
| Additional Duties | N/A |
Overview
This HTS classification, 8601.20.00.00, specifically covers railway or tramway locomotives that are exclusively powered by onboard electric accumulators (batteries). These locomotives generate their motive power internally from stored electrical energy, meaning they are not reliant on an external power supply during operation. Examples include battery-powered locomotives used in mines, tunnels, or other specific industrial settings where overhead lines or third rails are impractical or unavailable.
This category is distinguished from its sibling, 8601.10.00.00, which pertains to locomotives powered directly from an external source of electricity, such as overhead catenary systems or conductor rails. The key differentiator lies in the power source: 8601.10.00.00 relies on continuous external supply, while 8601.20.00.00 utilizes self-contained battery power.
As this is a leaf node within the HTS structure, there are no further subdivisions under 8601.20.00.00. Classification within this code depends solely on the locomotive's design and primary mode of propulsion being battery-powered. When classifying, practitioners should ensure the goods are indeed locomotives or railcars designed for track use and that their sole or primary means of propulsion is derived from electric accumulators.