End-of-Car Buffer Housing
An end-of-car buffer housing encases the friction and spring elements on freight car strikers. It provides structural support during impacts, classified under the tariff item for other buffer parts.
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 housing is for self-propelled passenger railway vehicles
This sibling item covers buffer parts 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
• Confirm the housing is made of high-strength steel for impact resistance
• Declare it as a buffer part for freight cars
• Provide the structural specifications to CBSA
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