If my company intends to import trailers that are equipped with air brakes, what extra information is required?
Working with the foreign manufacturer, gather and submit to Transport Canada the information listed in question 7 the document titled “Request Form For a Foreign Trailer Manufacturer to Register With Transport Canada”. Transport Canada will use this information to determine if the foreign manufacturer’s vehicle production complies with the Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (CMVSS) 121 – Air Brake Systems. These records of testing are just a sample of the foreign manufacturer’s air brake certification capability. The foreign manufacturer must be capable of keeping these records current to reflect any changes in the foreign manufacturer’s vehicle production. If the Canadian importer or the foreign manufacturer are unsure of the air brake documents that are required to be submitted, various consulting agencies and trade associations can provide you with assistance.
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