New

Ask Wove anything about tariffs.

Try Tariff Assistant

Double-Stack Well Car from Japan

An articulated railway freight car with depressed wells for stacking two intermodal containers high, used in long-haul container transport. Maximizes capacity on rail. Classified as other under HTS 8606.99.01.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

14%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.480%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 equal to or greater than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Document articulation joints and well dimensions for intermodal certification

• Ensure TTX or similar standards compliance with markings

• Declare as complete articulated unit, not separate cars