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High-Speed Train Mirror Defroster

Electrical heating strips for railway locomotive side mirrors, designed for demisting in extreme weather. Although intended for railway vehicles, the product is a demister for a motor vehicle and falls under tariff item 8512.40.00, which covers such equipment for cycles or motor vehicles.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN TariffSurtaxesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China6%—6%
🇲🇽Mexico6%—6%
🇺🇸United States6%—6%
🇩🇪Germany6%—6%
🇯🇵Japan6%—6%

More Specific Codes

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Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

8516.80.00Lower: Free vs 6%

If the heating strips are not specifically designed for vehicle mirrors

General electric heating resistors are classified under heading 85.16.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Clarify with CBSA that the product is a demister for motor vehicles, even if used on railway locomotives

• Provide technical specifications showing the heating function

• Check if the product requires any railway-specific safety certifications