Freightliner Cascadia 126 Diesel Tractor
The Freightliner Cascadia 126 is a Class 8 road tractor designed for pulling semi-trailers, powered exclusively by a Detroit DD15/DD16 compression-ignition diesel engine. It is built for highway freight transport with aerodynamic features and safety systems, meeting the definition of a road tractor for semi-trailers under heading 87.01.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 6.1% | — | 6.1% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 6.1% | — | 6.1% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 6.1% | — | 6.1% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 6.1% | — | 6.1% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 6.1% | — | 6.1% |
PGA flags (11)Show detailsHide detailsCBSACBSA FPA Risks (Soil)RequiredTCVehicles Program - CMVSS Appendix FRequiredTCVehicles Program - Unregulated VehiclesRequiredECCCVehicles and Engine Emissions ProgramMay be requiredTCVehicles Program - Age ExemptionMay be requiredTCVehicles Program - CMVSS Appendix GMay be requiredTCVehicles Program - CMVSS Case-by-CaseMay be requiredTCVehicles Program - CMVSS Returning VehiclesMay be requiredTCVehicles Program - FMVSS Case-by-CaseMay be requiredTCVehicles Program - FMVSS StandardMay be requiredTCVehicles Program - Vehicles for PartsMay be required
- CBSA
CBSA FPA Risks (Soil) · Required
Canada Border Services Agency: CBSA CBSA FPA Risks (Soil) requires review / declaration data. CBSA's Single Window matching criteria match this classification number (Within Range 8701101000–8705909000).
- TC
Vehicles Program - CMVSS Appendix F · Required
Transport Canada: TC Vehicles Program - CMVSS Appendix F requires review / declaration data. CBSA's Single Window matching criteria match this classification number (Starts With 87012).
- TC
Vehicles Program - Unregulated Vehicles · Required
Transport Canada: TC Vehicles Program - Unregulated Vehicles requires review / declaration data. CBSA's Single Window matching criteria match this classification number (Starts With 8701).
- ECCC
Vehicles and Engine Emissions Program · May be required · on some HTS numbers under this code
May require ECCC Vehicles and Engine Emissions Program depending on the full 10-digit classification number (only some numbers under this code are listed). Matching criteria: Equal To 8701210011; Equal To 8701210012; Equal To 8701210020. Logic: MATCH IF (Valid HS Code).
- TC
Vehicles Program - Age Exemption · May be required · on some HTS numbers under this code
May require TC Vehicles Program - Age Exemption depending on the full 10-digit classification number (only some numbers under this code are listed). Matching criteria: Equal To 8701210011; Equal To 8701210012; Equal To 8701210020. Logic: MATCH IF (Valid HS Code) OR Commodity Identity Code = VV.
- TC
Vehicles Program - CMVSS Appendix G · May be required · on some HTS numbers under this code
May require TC Vehicles Program - CMVSS Appendix G depending on the full 10-digit classification number (only some numbers under this code are listed). Matching criteria: Equal To 8701210011; Equal To 8701210012; Equal To 8701210020. Logic: MATCH IF (Valid HS Code) OR Commodity Identity Code = VV.
- TC
Vehicles Program - CMVSS Case-by-Case · May be required · on some HTS numbers under this code
May require TC Vehicles Program - CMVSS Case-by-Case depending on the full 10-digit classification number (only some numbers under this code are listed). Matching criteria: Equal To 8701210011; Equal To 8701210012; Equal To 8701210020. Logic: MATCH IF (Valid HS Code) OR Commodity Identity Code = VV.
- TC
Vehicles Program - CMVSS Returning Vehicles · May be required · on some HTS numbers under this code
May require TC Vehicles Program - CMVSS Returning Vehicles depending on the full 10-digit classification number (only some numbers under this code are listed). Matching criteria: Equal To 8701210011; Equal To 8701210012; Equal To 8701210020. Logic: MATCH IF (Valid HS Code) OR Commodity Identity Code = VV.
- TC
Vehicles Program - FMVSS Case-by-Case · May be required · on some HTS numbers under this code
May require TC Vehicles Program - FMVSS Case-by-Case depending on the full 10-digit classification number (only some numbers under this code are listed). Matching criteria: Equal To 8701210011; Equal To 8701210012; Equal To 8701210020. Logic: MATCH IF (Valid HS Code) OR Commodity Identity Code = VV.
- TC
Vehicles Program - FMVSS Standard · May be required · on some HTS numbers under this code
May require TC Vehicles Program - FMVSS Standard depending on the full 10-digit classification number (only some numbers under this code are listed). Matching criteria: Equal To 8701210011; Equal To 8701210012; Equal To 8701210020. Logic: MATCH IF (Valid HS Code) OR Commodity Identity Code = VV.
- TC
Vehicles Program - Vehicles for Parts · May be required · on some HTS numbers under this code
May require TC Vehicles Program - Vehicles for Parts depending on the full 10-digit classification number (only some numbers under this code are listed). Matching criteria: Equal To 8701210011; Equal To 8701210012; Equal To 8701210020. Logic: MATCH IF (Valid HS Code) OR Commodity Identity Code = VV.
CBSA Single Window matching criteria, unknown
More Specific Codes
This product may fall under a more specific subheading:
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the tractor has both a diesel engine and an electric motor for propulsion
This alternative covers road tractors with hybrid diesel-electric powertrains, which are not solely compression-ignition.
If the vehicle is a truck (not a tractor) with a permanently attached cargo body
Motor vehicles for goods transport are classified under heading 87.04, not 87.01.
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 vehicle is declared as a road tractor for semi-trailers under tariff item 8701.21.00
• Have the engine specifications (diesel, compression-ignition) and VIN ready for CBSA inspection
• Verify compliance with Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (CMVSS) before import
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