HS Chapter 86 — Railway/tramway locomotives
Harmonized System classification guide · last updated 2026-10-14
HS Chapter
86
Chapter number
Section
XVII
Section name
Typical duty
varies
By subheading & market
HS headings
3
4-digit headings
What Chapter 86 covers
Railway/tramway locomotives, rolling stock, track fixtures and signalling equipment.
Common HS headings in Chapter 86
- 8601 Rail locomotives
- 8606 Railway wagons
- 8608 Signalling equipment
Classification notes
Rail vs road distinction separates Ch.86 from Ch.87.
Frequently asked questions about HS Chapter 86
What Chapter 86 covers
Railway/tramway locomotives, rolling stock, track fixtures and signalling equipment.
Which products are classified under HS Chapter 86?
Common HS headings in Chapter 86 include: 8601 Rail locomotives; 8606 Railway wagons; 8608 Signalling equipment.
How do I find the import duty for HS Chapter 86 goods?
Determine the precise 6-digit HS subheading for your product, then check the MFN rate and any preferential rate for your destination market (e.g., China, the United States, the EU). 169e’s country tariff pages list rates per HS chapter.
What should I watch for when classifying HS Chapter 86 products?
Rail vs road distinction separates Ch.86 from Ch.87.
Related HS chapters
Ch. 87 Vehicles other than railway
Ch. 89 Ships, boats and floating structures
Ch. 85 Electrical machinery and equipment