Composite Material Covered Freight Car from Mexico
A composite material covered freight car is a lightweight railway car with a body and roof made from fiberglass-reinforced composites, designed for general freight transport. Its fully enclosed structure reduces tare weight while protecting cargo, qualifying it as a covered and closed railway vehicle under this tariff item.
Duty Rate — Mexico → Canada
11%
Import Tips
• Provide material composition and weight specifications to the CBSA to support classification as a covered and closed car
• Ensure the car is non-self-propelled and designed for freight, not passenger transport
• Verify compliance with Canadian railway equipment regulations