Containers; (including containers for transport of fluids) specially designed and equipped for carriage by one or more modes of transport
In plain English
This category covers containers that are specifically built and equipped to be transported by one or more methods of transport. These items include containers designed for carrying fluids. The classification places all such containers under a single group without further division.
6-digit subheadings (1)
Official HS 2022 subheading texts. National tariff schedules subdivide these further (8-10 digit lines) and set the actual duty rates.
Containers; (including containers for transport of fluids) specially designed and equipped for carriage by one or more modes of transport
Chapter 86 classification notes
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.
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