Bettleheim Steel Log Gondola
A steel log gondola railway freight car with stake-side construction, open top, and fixed sides exceeding 60 cm in height. Designed for transporting logs and similar bulk loads on railways, it qualifies as an open railway freight car under tariff item 8606.92.00.
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% |
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the gondola has removable sides or sides 60 cm or lower
Other open railway freight cars not meeting the height or fixed-side requirement fall under this item.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the gondola's sides are permanently fixed and exceed 60 cm to match the tariff description
• Provide the railway car's technical specifications and photos to CBSA to support classification
• Verify if any provincial transport regulations apply to rail equipment imports
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