Flower Transport Reefer
A refrigerated vessel designed for transporting cut flowers and plants, featuring modified atmosphere packaging holds to extend freshness. This vessel is a cargo ship for goods transport and does not have the essential character of a cruise ship, so it is classified under tariff item 8901.30.00.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 25% | — | 25% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 25% | — | 25% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 25% | — | 25% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 25% | — | 25% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 25% | — | 25% |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the vessel also carries passengers
Cruise ships and excursion boats are excluded from this subheading.
If the vessel lacks refrigeration
Non-refrigerated cargo vessels are classified elsewhere.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Document the vessel's refrigeration and modified atmosphere systems to support classification under 8901.30.00
• Ensure the CBSA receives the vessel's cargo capacity and intended use for flowers to avoid disputes
• Consider any phytosanitary requirements for the cargo, though the vessel itself is classified under this tariff item
Related Products under Tariff item 8901.30.00
Dairy Product Reefer
A refrigerated vessel specialized for transporting dairy products such as butter, cheese, and milk powder, equipped with humidity control systems to maintain product quality. This vessel is designed for the transport of goods, not passengers, and does not fall under subheading 8901.20, making it classifiable under tariff item 8901.30.00.
Frozen Fish Carrier
An ocean vessel equipped with blast freezers and insulated holds for transporting frozen seafood from fishing grounds to markets. This vessel is a refrigerated cargo ship designed for goods transport, not for passengers, and is therefore classified under tariff item 8901.30.00.
Fruit Juice Tanker
A specialized refrigerated tanker ship for bulk transport of fruit juices and concentrates at controlled temperatures to preserve quality. This vessel is designed for goods transport and does not have the essential character of a cruise ship, so it falls under tariff item 8901.30.00.
Meat Reefer Ship
A refrigerated bulk carrier optimized for chilled and frozen meat transport with multi-temperature zones. This vessel is a cargo ship for goods transport, not a cruise ship, and is therefore classified under tariff item 8901.30.00.
Multi-Temp Produce Carrier
A vessel with multiple refrigerated compartments for transporting various fruits and vegetables at different temperatures. This vessel is designed for goods transport and does not have the essential character of a cruise ship, so it is classified under tariff item 8901.30.00.
Pharmaceutical Reefer Vessel
A highly specialized refrigerated ship for temperature-sensitive pharmaceuticals and vaccines with ultra-precise control. This vessel is a cargo ship for goods transport, not a cruise ship, and is therefore classified under tariff item 8901.30.00.