AAR Type E Freight Coupler
An AAR Type E freight coupler is a standard assembled coupler used on North American freight cars for connecting rolling stock. It features a contoured knuckle and locking mechanism, falling under the tariff item for other hooks and coupling devices.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 2.5% | — | 2.5% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 2.5% | — | 2.5% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 2.5% | — | 2.5% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 2.5% | — | 2.5% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 2.5% | — | 2.5% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the coupler is for self-propelled passenger railway vehicles
This sibling item covers coupling devices for specific self-propelled vehicles.
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
• Ensure the Type E coupler meets AAR standards for Canadian freight cars
• Declare it as a coupling device for rolling stock
• Keep the AAR certificate for CBSA
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AAR Type E Coupler Knuckle
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.
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Buffer Plunger Housing
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Coupler Height Adjuster Shim
A coupler height adjuster shim is a precision-ground steel plate used to pack the coupler carrier to maintain standard heights on freight cars. It is a part of a coupling device, classified under the tariff item for other hooks and coupling devices.
Coupler Pocket Carrier
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