Railway Switch Point Guards from United States
Railway switch point guards are protective steel guards fitted adjacent to switch points to prevent rail flange climbing. They are classified under tariff item 7302.30.90 as other crossing pieces specialized for safe railway track operation.
Duty Rate — United States → Canada
56.5%
Rate breakdown
26SUR5050%United States Surtax Order (2026) — 50% on US products
Import Tips
• Describe the guards as specialized crossing pieces in the customs declaration to avoid misclassification
• Provide the CBSA with the steel specifications and intended use
• Check if the guards are subject to any Canadian technical standards for railway equipment