Asphalt Tank Car from Japan
Heated tank car for asphalt and bitumen transport, equipped with steam coils or electric heating systems for maintaining fluidity. Classified in HTS 8606.10.00.00 as a tank car for viscous petroleum products in rail service.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
24%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include heating system specifications and BTU capacity in technical documentation
• Verify insulation thickness meets AAR standards for temperature-controlled cargo
• Import as complete unit to prevent classification as heating machinery parts