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GOODS ACROSS BORDERS

HS HEADING 8606

Railway or tramway goods vans and wagons; not self-propelled

In plain English

This category includes railway or tramway freight cars and wagons that do not have their own power source. The items are separated into groups based on their specific design and function. One group covers tank-like vehicles, while another identifies self-discharging models that are not tanks. Remaining items are classified by whether they are enclosed, have high fixed sides, or fit none of these specific descriptions.

PARAPHRASE OF THE OFFICIAL HS 2022 TEXTS BELOW — NOT LEGAL ADVICE

6-digit subheadings (5)

Official HS 2022 subheading texts. National tariff schedules subdivide these further (8-10 digit lines) and set the actual duty rates.

8606.10

Railway or tramway goods vans and wagons; tank wagons and the like, not self-propelled

8606.30

Railway or tramway goods vans and wagons; self-discharging, not self-propelled, excluding those of item no. 8606.10

8606.91

Railway or tramway goods vans and wagons; covered and closed, not self-propelled

8606.92

Railway or tramway goods vans and wagons; open, with non-removable sides of a height exceeding 60cm, not self-propelled

8606.99

Railway or tramway goods vans and wagons; n.e.c. in heading no. 8606, not self-propelled

Chapter 86 classification notes

Chapter 86 covers commercial rail equipment; personal-import not relevant.

Frequent misclassification in this chapter

Light rail / metro vs. heavy rail — same chapter, different tariff.

Classification certainty

The 6-digit level shown here is the internationally harmonised layer. Duty rates attach to national 8-10 digit tariff lines, which differ by country — use the duty calculator for lane estimates. For binding certainty, request a ruling from the destination customs authority.

Binding tariff ruling database

Other headings in Chapter 86

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