J/Boats J/88 Offshore Racer
The J/Boats J/88 Offshore Racer is an 8.85-meter carbon-reinforced sailboat optimized for shorthanded offshore racing and day sailing, with a retractable keel and optional auxiliary outboard motor. Its length exceeding 7.5 m but not exceeding 24 m places it under tariff item 8903.22.00 for sailboats for pleasure or sports.
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 vessel is not classifiable as a sailboat due to design features
If the retractable keel or other features alter the essential character, it may fall under other pleasure vessels in heading 89.03.
If the vessel is imported unassembled or incomplete
Chapter Note 1 directs incomplete vessels without essential character to heading 89.06.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Provide the manufacturer's specification sheet confirming the 8.85 m length to avoid CBSA reclassification disputes
• If the outboard motor is imported separately, declare it under the appropriate heading (e.g
• 8407 or 8408) to ensure correct duty application
• Check if the vessel qualifies for duty-free treatment under a free trade agreement by submitting a valid certificate of origin
Related Products under Tariff item 8903.22.00
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The Bavaria C32 is a 9.2-meter cruiser sailboat with auxiliary power, designed for pleasure sailing. It falls under tariff item 8903.22.00 as a non-inflatable sailboat exceeding 7.5 m but not exceeding 24 m, with or without auxiliary motor.
Bavaria Cruiser 37
The Bavaria Cruiser 37 is an 11.30-metre sailboat equipped with an auxiliary Volvo diesel, designed for family-friendly coastal cruising. As a non-inflatable sailboat with auxiliary motor and a length exceeding 7.5 m but not exceeding 24 m, it is classified under tariff item 8903.22.00.
Beneteau First 27 Sailboat
The Beneteau First 27 is a performance-oriented sailboat with an overall length of 8.1 metres, featuring a fiberglass hull, Bermuda sloop rig, and optional auxiliary motor for racing and cruising. As a non-inflatable sailboat with auxiliary motor and a length exceeding 7.5 m but not exceeding 24 m, it is classified under tariff item 8903.22.00.
Beneteau Oceanis 31 Sailboat
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Beneteau Oceanis 38 Sailboat
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Dehler 29 Sailing Yacht
The Dehler 29 Sailing Yacht is an 8.95-metre family cruiser-racer with a self-tacking jib and optional inboard motor for pleasure and sports. As a non-inflatable sailboat with auxiliary motor and a length exceeding 7.5 m but not exceeding 24 m, it falls under tariff item 8903.22.00.