Cable Laying Truck
A vehicle equipped with reel mounts and digging arms for installing utility cables. It is a special purpose motor vehicle designed for cable laying operations, not for transporting persons or goods, and falls under tariff item 8705.90.90 as 'Other' special purpose vehicles.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the vehicle is equipped with coiled tubing systems for servicing oil wells
That item specifically lists lorries with coiled tubing systems for oil well servicing.
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
• Document the vehicle's specialized equipment (reel mounts, digging arms) to demonstrate its special purpose
• Ensure the vehicle is not classifiable as a general-purpose truck
• Check for any provincial permits for oversized or specialized vehicles
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