Vortex Competition Hang Glider
Built for aerobatic competitions, the Vortex features adjustable camber wings in ripstop fabric over a titanium keel for superior handling. It is a hang glider, a non-powered aircraft under heading 88.01.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the hang glider is a toy designed solely for amusement
Flying toys are excluded from Chapter 88 by note 1 and fall under heading 95.03.
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The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the hang glider is not a toy; provide the CBSA with the manufacturer's documentation and intended use
• Verify if the product meets Canadian safety standards for competition hang gliders
• Keep records of the unladen weight and specifications
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