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High-Speed Train Mirror Defroster from Japan

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.

Duty Rate — Japan → Canada

6%

Import Tips

• 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