AAR Type E Coupler Knuckle from Japan
An AAR Type E coupler knuckle is a critical replaceable component in standard North American freight car couplers. It engages and disengages with adjacent cars during coupling, classified under the tariff item for other hooks and coupling devices.
Duty Rate — Japan → Canada
2.5%
Import Tips
• Verify the knuckle meets AAR specifications for freight car couplers
• Declare it as a coupling device part
• Provide the material test certificate to CBSA