Red & White Reflective Trailer Tape Kits
In Canada, conspicuity treatment is required on trailers 2,032 mm (80 in) or more in overall width with a gross vehicle weight rating of 4,536 kg (10,000 lb) or more. Narrower or lighter trailers fall outside that threshold.
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Red & White Reflective Trailer Tape Kits
In Canada, conspicuity treatment is required on trailers 2,032 mm (80 in) or more in overall width with a gross vehicle weight rating of 4,536 kg (10,000 lb) or more. Narrower or lighter trailers fall outside that threshold.
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In Canada, conspicuity treatment is required on trailers 2,032 mm (80 in) or more in overall width with a gross vehicle weight rating of 4,536 kg (10,000 lb) or more. Narrower or lighter trailers fall outside that threshold.
Those two thresholds are what decide it. Many small utility, cargo and boat trailers sit below them and are outside the requirement entirely.
Regulatory summary
| Specification | Requirement | Legal Reference |
|---|---|---|
| Trailers covered (Canada) | 2,032 mm (80 in) or more in overall width with GVWR of 4,536 kg (10,000 lb) or more | CMVSS 108 (Transport Canada) |
| Rear upper corners | Two pairs of 300 mm white strips | CMVSS 108 |
| Rear bumper bar | Continuous red and white strip across the full width | CMVSS 108 |
| Side markings | 375 mm to 1525 mm from the ground, covering at least 50% of the side length; red and white, or optionally solid white or yellow | CMVSS 108 |
| Clearance from amber lamps | Red conspicuity tape kept at least 75 mm from the edge of any amber lamp | CMVSS 108 |
| United States equivalent | Trailers 2,032 mm (80 in) or more wide with GVWR over 4,536 kg (10,000 lb), manufactured on or after 1 December 1993 (pole trailers and living or office trailers excluded) | 49 CFR 393.11 incorporating FMVSS No. 108 (S5.7) |
| Last Verified | 2026-08-11 — Transport Canada trailer lighting equipment location requirements; Cornell Law LII 49 CFR 393.11 | CMVSS 108 / 49 CFR 393.11 |
Sources
- Transport Canada, "Trailers: Federal Lighting Equipment Location Requirements" (CMVSS 108) — tc.canada.ca
- Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, 49 CFR 393.11 (Cornell Law LII mirror of the eCFR) — law.cornell.edu
What this page does and does not claim
This listing makes no government-approval or certification claim of any kind. Under both CMVSS 108 and FMVSS No. 108 the certification and marking obligations sit with the sheeting manufacturer, and the legal outcome depends on the trailer being in scope and on the treatment being placed correctly. Confirm the product received, the eligibility of your trailer, and the current rules in your jurisdiction before installation.
Ready-to-order red and white reflective trailer tape in five length options. No custom text, artwork, or proof is required.
Use these kits for visibility-maintenance work on clean, dry, smooth trailer surfaces. Common applications include cargo, enclosed, equipment, utility, commercial, and boat trailers.
Choose a Length
- 6 ft Repair Strip Kit — small replacement sections
- 10 ft Install Kit — short rails, posts, and spot maintenance
- 25 ft Trailer Refresh Kit — several repair areas or a broader refresh
- 50 ft Full Trailer Kit — larger maintenance projects
- 150 ft Fleet Roll Pack — multi-unit, shop, or fleet use
Before Installation
- Measure the surfaces you plan to cover.
- Choose the length that leaves enough material for the planned application.
- Remove dirt, oil, road grime, wax, loose paint, rust, and moisture.
- Apply slowly to a clean, dry, smooth surface and press firmly.
Avoid wet, oily, rusty, flexible, deeply textured, loose-paint, or moving surfaces.
Buyer Verification
This listing does not determine which marking specification, coverage, pattern, or placement applies to a vehicle. Check the product received and the current rules for your vehicle and jurisdiction before installation. Gallery images are illustrative examples.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which trailers need conspicuity tape in Canada?
Trailers 2,032 mm (80 in) or more in overall width with a GVWR of 4,536 kg (10,000 lb) or more, under CMVSS 108. Trailers below those thresholds are outside the requirement.
Does every trailer need conspicuity tape?
No. Only trailers meeting both the width and the weight threshold are in scope. The thresholds exclude many small utility, cargo and boat trailers.
What is the pattern on the rear of the trailer?
CMVSS 108 describes two pairs of 300 mm white strips at the rear upper corners and a continuous red and white strip across the full width of the rear bumper bar.
How much of the side has to be covered?
Side markings sit 375 mm to 1525 mm from the ground and cover at least half of the side length under CMVSS 108.
Does this listing certify that the tape meets a particular vehicle rule?
No. Certification and marking obligations sit with the sheeting manufacturer. Verify the product received and the rules that apply to your vehicle and jurisdiction before installation.
Which length should I choose?
Measure the areas you plan to cover and select a length that provides enough material. Current options are 6, 10, 25, 50, and 150 ft.
Do I submit artwork or wait for a proof?
No. This is a fixed-format product with no custom text or artwork.
- Five ready-to-order lengths: 6, 10, 25, 50, and 150 ft.
- Fixed-format product with no custom text, artwork, or proof.
- Choose the needed length before checkout; the selected option travels with the order.
- Gallery images are illustrative; verify the received product and intended application before installation.
The answer in 20 seconds
Red & White Reflective Trailer Tape Kits can be ordered from the current options and CAD prices on this page. The selected option and quantity travel with checkout.
Review required before production or reliance.
Product source and requirement record
| Specification | Requirement | Primary reference |
|---|---|---|
| Offer scope | The page lists the exact orderable configurations and current CAD prices. It does not promise an inspection, approval, or legal outcome. | Live product record |
| Customer information | The selected product option and quantity define the order. | Rendered order contract |
| Production control | Production follows the selected listed configuration. | Published workflow |
Questions buyers ask
Does this listing certify that the tape meets a particular vehicle rule?
No. Verify the product received and the current rules for your vehicle and jurisdiction before installation.
Which length should I choose?
Measure the areas you plan to cover and select a length that provides enough material. Current options are 6, 10, 25, 50, and 150 ft.
Do I submit artwork or wait for a proof?
No. This is a fixed-format product with no custom text or artwork.
Are the gallery images exact installation instructions?
No. They are illustrative application examples; verify placement and coverage for the specific vehicle and jurisdiction.
Ordering comparison
| Decision | This product page | Quote-first ordering |
|---|---|---|
| Price and options | Current CAD prices and orderable options are visible before checkout. | Pricing and available configurations are confirmed after an enquiry. |
| Order information | The selected product option and quantity travel directly into checkout. | Specifications are commonly repeated across messages before an order is opened. |
| Production control | The listed configuration defines the product being ordered. | Approval and production steps depend on the individual quote workflow. |
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