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8602 — Rail locomotives; (other than those of heading no. 8601), locomotive tenders
Chapter 86: Railway or tramway locomotives
Plain-language overview
Use HS-4 8602 when importing or exporting rail locomotives and locomotive tenders, excluding those specified in heading 8601. For example, if you're shipping a diesel-electric locomotive from Germany to the U.S., this code applies.
When deciding between HS-6 860210 and HS-6 860290, consider the power source. If your locomotive operates on diesel-electric power, select 860210. If it runs on a different power source, such as steam or electric, go with 860290.
Both subheadings under HS-4 8602 cover rail locomotives, but 860290 also includes locomotive tenders. If your shipment involves a tender not powered by diesel-electric means, this is the correct classification.
Keywords & topics
Short phrases that describe this HS-4 heading when you're searching or filtering schedules.
rail locomotives · locomotive tenders · diesel-electric locomotives · steam locomotives · electric locomotives · HS-4 8602 · HS-6 860210 · HS-6 860290 · import rail locomotives · export locomotive tenders
Examples
Drawn from the official tariff wording for this HS-4 heading. Always confirm against your published schedule and legal notes.
- Diesel-electric rail locomotives used for freight transport.
- Steam-powered locomotives for tourist railways.
- Electric locomotives used in urban transit systems.
- Locomotive tenders for non-diesel-electric engines.
Common questions
How people often phrase their search when they're trying to classify goods like yours.
- What is HS-4 8602 used for?
- How do I classify a diesel-electric locomotive?
- What are the differences between HS-6 860210 and 860290?
- Can I use HS-4 8602 for steam locomotives?
- What documents do I need for importing rail locomotives?
- Are locomotive tenders classified under HS-4 8602?
Related topics
Longer phrases that come up when you're comparing codes or talking to a broker.
- how to classify rail locomotives for import
- differences between diesel-electric and other locomotives
- requirements for exporting locomotive tenders
- shipping diesel-electric powered rail locomotives
- understanding HS-4 8602 classifications
- choosing the right HS-6 code for locomotives
- import regulations for rail locomotives
- what to know about locomotive tenders classification
Questions & answers
For orientation only—the binding text is your national tariff and the WCO nomenclature your country uses.
- What types of locomotives does HS-4 8602 cover?
- HS-4 8602 covers rail locomotives and locomotive tenders, specifically excluding those classified under heading 8601.
- How do I determine if my locomotive is diesel-electric?
- Check the locomotive's specifications. If it uses both diesel and electric power for propulsion, it falls under HS-6 860210.
- Can I classify a steam locomotive under HS-4 8602?
- Yes, steam locomotives are classified under HS-6 860290, as they are not diesel-electric powered.
- What is the difference between HS-6 860210 and HS-6 860290?
- HS-6 860210 is for diesel-electric locomotives, while HS-6 860290 covers all other types, including steam and electric locomotives.
- What documentation is required for importing locomotives?
- You will need a bill of lading, commercial invoice, and possibly a certificate of origin, depending on the country of import.
- Are locomotive tenders included in HS-4 8602?
- Yes, locomotive tenders are included under HS-6 860290, provided they are not diesel-electric powered.
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