Pogo 8.50 Pocket Cruiser from Japan
The Pogo 8.50 Pocket Cruiser is an 8.5-metre lightweight sailboat with a lifting keel and 15hp auxiliary outboard motor, designed for solo pleasure sailing. 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.
Duty Rate — Japan → Canada
9.5%
Import Tips
• Declare the boat's length (8.5 m) accurately for classification
• Keep the outboard motor's documentation, as it may affect duty calculations
• Check if the lifting keel affects the boat's essential character for customs purposes