40-Foot Flat Rack Container from Mexico
A 40-foot open-sided container with foldable end walls for heavy or oversized cargo, fitted for crane handling in sea, road, and rail modes. It is classified under tariff item 8609.00.90 as a container specially designed and equipped for carriage by multiple modes, not meeting the criteria for the duty-free motor vehicle component container exemption.
Duty Rate — Mexico → Canada
6.5%
Import Tips
• Ensure the flat rack container's foldable end walls and lashing points are documented as part of its design for multimodal transport
• Provide proof of ISO certification to support classification under this tariff item
• Work with a customs broker to determine if the container qualifies for any duty relief programs