Event Charter Diesel Bus
A 35-seat diesel bus used for event charters, such as weddings or group outings, offering comfortable seating and luggage space. It is classified under tariff item 8702.10.10 as a compression-ignition motor vehicle for the transport of 16 or more persons, including the driver.
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% |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the event bus has a capacity of 10 to 15 persons
This item covers smaller diesel buses for 10-15 passengers, which are excluded from the 16+ category.
If the bus is powered by a gasoline engine
Spark-ignition engine buses are classified under heading 8702.90, not 8702.10.
If the vehicle is a van or minibus with fewer than 10 seats
Vehicles for fewer than 10 persons are classified under heading 8703 for motor cars.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm the bus's seating capacity is at least 16 persons to qualify for this tariff item
• Ensure the vehicle is admissible under Canada's Import Policy and has a valid compliance label
• If importing from a non-free trade partner, be prepared to pay the Most-Favoured-Nation (MFN) duty rate
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