Auto-Rack Covered Car
An auto-rack covered car is a multi-level railway freight car fully enclosed with end doors and internal racks, specifically designed for transporting automobiles. Its covered and closed configuration protects vehicles from damage and weather, making it a covered and closed railway vehicle under this tariff item.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 11% | — | 11% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 11% | — | 11% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 11% | — | 11% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 11% | — | 11% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 11% | — | 11% |
More Specific Codes
This product may fall under a more specific subheading:
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the auto-rack car has an open-top or partially covered design
This alternative applies to railway freight cars that are not fully covered and closed.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm the car is non-self-propelled and used for freight transport to meet the tariff item's scope
• Prepare documentation showing the covered and closed design, including end doors and racks, for CBSA review
• Check if the vehicle meets Canadian railway safety standards
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Composite Material Covered Freight Car
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Refrigerated Covered Reefer Car
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Steel Grain Hopper Covered Car
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