J/70 Sport Sailboat
The J/70 is a 7.0-meter one-design racing sailboat made of fiberglass, with a large asymmetric spinnaker and outboard motor compatibility, popular in club racing and pleasure sailing. As a sailboat under 7.5 meters, it is classified under tariff item 8903.21.00.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 9.5% | — | 9.5% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 9.5% | — | 9.5% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 9.5% | — | 9.5% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 9.5% | — | 9.5% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 9.5% | — | 9.5% |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the boat is used primarily with a motor and sails are auxiliary
This alternative covers motor-driven pleasure vessels when the sailboat character is not predominant.
If the boat is imported as a hull without deck or rigging
Incomplete vessels without the essential character of a sailboat are classified under heading 89.06.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Classify the J/70 as a sailboat even if it includes an outboard motor for docking, as the primary propulsion is sail
• Ensure the boat's length is documented to confirm it is under 7.5 meters
• If importing for racing, note that no special permits are required for pleasure craft, but commercial use would change classification
Related Products under Tariff item 8903.21.00
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The 29er Skiff is a high-performance 5.5-meter sailboat designed for Olympic youth racing, featuring a lightweight fiberglass hull and a trapeze system. It is a non-inflatable sailboat with or without an auxiliary motor, falling under tariff item 8903.21.00 for sailboats not exceeding 7.5 meters.
Beneteau First 14 Sailboat with Outboard
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Butterfly Catamaran with Outboard
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