Point Rods for Rail Switches from United States
Point rods for rail switches are steel rods that connect switch points to the operating mechanism, enabling the movement of blades in railway turnouts. They fall under tariff item 7302.30.90 as point rods, which are specialized materials for jointing and operating railway track switches.
Duty Rate — United States → Canada
56.5%
Rate breakdown
26SUR5050%United States Surtax Order (2026) — 50% on US products
Import Tips
• Classify point rods accurately by providing drawings or technical data to the CBSA
• Confirm whether the rods are made of iron or steel and include the exact dimensions
• Consider using a customs broker familiar with railway equipment to expedite clearance