Gunderson MAX Gon Freight Car from Germany
The Gunderson MAX Gon is an open-top railway gondola freight car with non-removable steel sides exceeding 60 cm in height, designed for transporting bulk commodities like coal, ore, and aggregates. It falls under HTS 8606.92.00.00 as a non-self-propelled railway freight car that is open with fixed high sides for secure hauling of loose materials.
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
• Verify AAR (Association of American Railroads) plate C compliance and provide detailed engineering specs for customs valuation
• Include certificates of origin and rail gauge compatibility documentation to avoid delays at ports