8607 - Parts of railway or tramway locomotives or rolling stock:
Sub-classifications
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8607 1100 00
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8607 1200 00
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8607 19
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Overview
This HTS category, 8607, encompasses all parts specifically designed for use with railway or tramway locomotives and rolling stock. This includes a wide array of components such as frames, bogies, wheels, axles, braking systems, couplings, and even specific interior fittings and exterior bodywork panels, provided they are not enumerated in more specific headings. The classification hinges on the essential function of the part; if it is dedicated to the construction, repair, or maintenance of railway or tramway vehicles, it falls within this category.
Distinguishing this category from its siblings at the HTS database root level is straightforward due to the vastly different subject matter. While other top-level categories cover live animals, food products, textiles, or machinery for other industries, Chapter 86 and specifically heading 8607 are exclusively focused on the railway and tramway transportation sector. The defining characteristic is the intended application in rail-based locomotion and rolling stock.
Within heading 8607, further subcategories exist to provide more granular classification of these parts. These subdivisions often group items by their function or type of component, such as truck assemblies, axles, and wheels, or brakes and their associated parts. The inclusion of specific subheadings for components like hooks and coupling devices, along with buffers, highlights the need to differentiate between critical structural and operational elements of railway vehicles. A final residual category, "Other," exists to capture any remaining parts not specifically enumerated in the preceding subdivisions, ensuring comprehensive coverage for all components of railway and tramway rolling stock.