## Common ground
All options refer to shunting handles—tools used to manually move railway tracks or switch points.
## Options at a glance
**3926.90 – Made of plastic material**
- **Defining trait:** Constructed primarily from plastic, offering lightweight and corrosion-resistant properties.
- **Typical examples:** Plastic-handled shunting tools for light-duty use in maintenance environments.
- **Best fit when:** The handle is non-metallic, lightweight, and intended for low-stress or non-conductive applications.
**8302.4X – Made of base metal**
- **Defining trait:** Constructed from ferrous or non-ferrous metals (e.g., steel, iron), providing durability and strength.
- **Typical examples:** Heavy-duty shunting handles used in rail yards or industrial settings.
- **Best fit when:** The handle is metallic, robust, and designed for high-force operations.
## Key differences
| Feature | 3926.90 (Plastic) | 8302.4X (Base Metal) |
|---------------------|--------------------------|----------------------------|
| Material | Plastic | Iron, steel, or other base metal |
| Durability | Lower | High |
| Weight | Light | Heavy |
| Conductivity | Non-conductive | Conductive |
## How to choose
- Is the handle made of plastic? → 3926.90
- Is the handle metallic and designed for heavy use? → 8302.4X
## Overlaps & pitfalls
A shunting handle could technically have a metal core with a plastic grip, but the HS Code depends on the *primary material* of the handle part. If the handle is mostly plastic, use 3926.90; if mostly metal, use 8302.4X. The main function (shunting) doesn’t determine the code—material does. No priority rule is implied; choose based on dominant material