Short Sea Trader Vessel from Japan
A short sea trader vessel is a feeder ship designed for short-sea transport of goods and persons, operating between regional ports. It is classified under tariff item 8901.90.99 as an 'other' vessel for goods and persons transport, not meeting the open vessel or dimension-specific criteria. This vessel type is characterized by its smaller size and regional range.
Duty Rate — Japan → Canada
25%
Import Tips
• Document the vessel's cargo and passenger capacity to support classification under 8901.90.99
• Verify the vessel is not an open vessel (8901.90.10) by checking its deck structure
• Submit the vessel's registration and safety certificates to CBSA