Centerbeam Flat Car from China
A specialized flat railway freight car with a central vertical beam for securing bundled lumber or plywood during transport. Ideal for forestry products. Under HTS 8606.99.01 as other non-self-propelled freight cars.
Duty Rate — China → United States
49%
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
9903.88.0225%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.12, 9903.88.17, 9903.88.20, 9903.88.54, 9903.88.59, 9903.88.61, 9903.88.63, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, 9903.88.69, or 9903.88.70, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(c) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(d)
Import Tips
• Specify beam dimensions and securement features in import docs for accurate classification
• Certify wood treatment if applicable to meet ISPM 15 standards
• Watch for reclassification if bulk-loaded without centerbeam structure