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Double-Door Steel Boxcar from Germany

A robust steel freight car featuring plug or sliding double doors on each side for efficient loading of palletized goods, fully covered with a corrugated roof. Under HTS 8606.91.00.00 for its closed design in railway freight service. Commonly used for consumer products and electronics.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

14%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.380%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 equal to or greater than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Certify door sealing mechanisms for weatherproofing to support classification

• Provide axle load ratings to comply with FRA (Federal Railroad Administration) safety regs

• Avoid bulk packaging import; classify as complete unit, not components