Project Cargo Carrier from Japan
A project cargo carrier is a vessel designed for transporting oversized project cargo such as turbines and heavy equipment, with crew aboard. It falls under tariff item 8901.90.99 as an 'other' vessel for goods transport, not meeting the open vessel or dimension-specific criteria. This vessel type is equipped with specialized handling gear for project cargo.
Duty Rate — Japan → Canada
25%
Import Tips
• Provide detailed specifications of the vessel's cargo-handling equipment to CBSA for classification
• Ensure the vessel's dimensions are documented to exclude classification under 8901.90.91
• Submit the vessel's registration and safety certificates to CBSA