TrinityRail Coal Gondola Car from Japan
TrinityRail's open-top coal gondola with fixed steel sides taller than 60 cm, optimized for unit train coal transport with reinforced structure for high-volume loads. It qualifies for HTS 8606.92.00.00 as an open railway freight car with non-removable high sides.
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
• Provide FRA (Federal Railroad Administration) safety certifications and load test reports for clearance
• Use ISRT (International Standard for Rail Transport) codes on manifests to streamline customs processing
• Avoid pitfalls by distinguishing from covered hoppers—emphasize open top in entry docs