U.S. exports of Open Railway Freight Cars with Fixed High Sides (Non-Self-Propelled, NESOI) (HS 860692) totaled $8.2M in August 2026, exported to 1 country.
Last updated: August 2026 dataOpen-top freight wagons with non-removable side walls exceeding 60 cm in height — typically used for coal, ore, scrap metal, and other bulk commodities that tolerate weather exposure — are classified under 8606920000. The 60 cm side-height threshold is the critical measurement distinguishing this subheading from lower-sided open cars. Ecuador, Canada, and India are the leading suppliers to the US market under this heading.
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The 60 cm measurement applies to the interior height of the fixed side walls above the floor of the car. Walls must exceed — not merely equal — 60 cm, and the sides must be non-removable. Cars with removable or drop sides, or with walls at or below 60 cm, fall into other subheadings.
Ecuador has developed rail-car manufacturing capacity that competes on price for standard bulk-commodity gondola designs. Importers sourcing from Ecuador should verify that cars meet AAR interchange standards or the specific technical requirements of the intended US railroad operator before placing orders.
Subheading 2 of 5 in heading 8606
Subheading 860692 · $8.2M of $37.7M
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$8.2MYoY · free account
Low of 4 reported months · imports
Low · free accountOver the twelve months to August 2026, the U.S. imported $93K of Open Railway Freight Cars with Fixed High Sides (Non-Self-Propelled, NESOI) and exported $92.8M.
Through August 2026 · imports 4 of 12 months reported. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.
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HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Imports for consumption | Average duty rate | Dutiable Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8606920000 | Rlwy or Trmwy Cars, Open, Non-Removbl Sides Gt 60 Cm | — | -- | -- |
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 8606920000 | Rlwy or Trmwy Cars, Open, Non-Removbl Sides Gt 60 Cm | $8.2M |
Import lines come from the U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule and export lines from Schedule B. The two are numbered by different agencies, so the same 10-digit code can appear in both tables describing a different product.
Exports · August 2026
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Mexico and Canada together take 100% of it.
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None recorded for this period.