Tanzer 16 Sailboat
The Tanzer 16 is a 4.9-meter fiberglass daysailer with a fixed keel, known for stability and ease of handling in moderate winds for inland 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 fitted with a motor and used primarily for motorized recreation
This alternative covers pleasure vessels other than sailboats, including motorboats.
If the boat is imported as a bare hull without deck or rigging
Incomplete vessels without the essential character of a sailboat fall under heading 89.06.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify the boat's length excludes any bowsprit or pulpit, as the tariff item uses length overall of the hull
• Have the original bill of sale and a copy of the registration document
• If the boat is used, ensure you have proof of previous ownership to avoid valuation disputes
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
The Beneteau First 14 is a 4.2-meter trailerable sailboat with a lifting keel, popular for day sailing and fitted with an auxiliary outboard motor. It is a non-inflatable sailboat with an auxiliary motor, fitting tariff item 8903.21.00 for sailboats not exceeding 7.5 meters.
Beneteau First 24 Sailboat
The Beneteau First 24 is a 7.3-meter high-performance daysailer with a lifting keel and optional carbon fiber components, designed for racing and pleasure with an auxiliary motor. Its length under 7.5 meters places it under tariff item 8903.21.00 for sailboats.
Butterfly Catamaran with Outboard
The Butterfly Catamaran is a 3.6-meter training catamaran with an outboard motor, designed for learning and recreational sailing. It is a non-inflatable sailboat with an auxiliary motor, fitting tariff item 8903.21.00 for sailboats not exceeding 7.5 meters.
Byte CII Sailboat
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Catalina 14.2 Sailboat
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