Post Office Railway Coach
A specialized non-self-propelled coach for mail sorting and transport on railways, equipped with sorting tables, mailbag hooks, and secure storage. It qualifies for tariff item 8605.00.00 as a special purpose railway coach, not self-propelled.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 11% | — | 11% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 11% | — | 11% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 11% | +25.0% | 36% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 11% | — | 11% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 11% | — | 11% |
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Alternative Classifications
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If the coach is self-propelled
Self-propelled coaches are under heading 8604.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm the coach is not self-propelled and is not a maintenance vehicle
• Provide details of the mail sorting equipment to support classification
• Ensure compliance with Canada Post regulations if the coach will handle mail
Related Products under Tariff item 8605.00.00
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Bicycle Luggage Combined Van
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Dining-Ready Passenger Coach Shell
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Heritage Steam Train Coach
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