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Riva Aquarama Special

The Riva Aquarama Special is an 8.2 m (27 ft) classic luxury runabout with inboard/outdrive engines, designed for pleasure and sports. Its length and propulsion system place it within the tariff item for motorboats exceeding 7.5 m but not exceeding 24 m.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN TariffSurtaxesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China9.5%—9.5%
🇲🇽Mexico9.5%—9.5%
🇺🇸United States9.5%—9.5%
🇩🇪Germany9.5%—9.5%
🇯🇵Japan9.5%—9.5%

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Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

8903.31.00Same rate: 9.5%

If the boat's length is 7.5 m or less

Smaller motorboats are classified under the tariff item for lengths not exceeding 7.5 m.

8903.99.10Lower: Free vs 9.5%

If the boat is a sailing vessel with auxiliary motor

Sailboats with auxiliary motors may be classified under this residual item if not primarily motorboats.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• For a classic or vintage boat, be prepared to provide documentation of its age and value, as CBSA may require an appraisal

• If the boat is being imported for a show or exhibition, consider a temporary importation permit to defer duty

• Ensure the boat's engines meet Canadian emission standards before importation

Related Products under Tariff item 8903.32.00

Axopar 28 Cabin

The Axopar 28 Cabin is an 8.8 m (29 ft) adventure boat with twin inboard/outdrive engines, built for all-weather cruising and sports. Its length and propulsion type place it squarely within the scope of motorboats exceeding 7.5 m but not exceeding 24 m, as covered by this tariff item.

Axopar 28 Cabin Adventure Boat

The Axopar 28 Cabin is a 28-foot (8.5 m) motorboat with an inboard engine, designed for all-weather pleasure cruising and sports. Its length exceeds 7.5 m but does not exceed 24 m, and it is not inflatable nor powered by an outboard motor, placing it under tariff item 8903.32.00.

Bayliner 2452 Ciera Express Cabin Cruiser

The Bayliner 2452 Ciera Express is a 24-foot cabin cruiser with a forward cabin, head compartment, and inboard/outdrive power, ideal for day cruising and overnight stays on lakes or coastal waters. It is classified under tariff item 8903.32.00 as a non-inflatable motorboat exceeding 7.5 m but not exceeding 24 m.

Boston Whaler 280 Outrage Center Console

The Boston Whaler 280 Outrage is a 28-foot (8.5 m) center console motorboat with twin inboard engines, used for sportfishing and pleasure boating. It falls under tariff item 8903.32.00 as a non-inflatable motorboat exceeding 7.5 m but not exceeding 24 m in length.

Boston Whaler 320 Vantage

The Boston Whaler 320 Vantage is a 9.8 m (32 ft) dual-console motorboat with Mercury inboard/outdrive engines, designed for fishing and pleasure sports. Its length and propulsion system align with the tariff item for motorboats exceeding 7.5 m but not exceeding 24 m.

Boston Whaler 380 Outrage Inboard Variant

The Boston Whaler 380 Outrage Inboard Variant is an 11.8 m (39 ft) motorboat configured with inboard diesel engines for offshore sports fishing and pleasure. Its length and propulsion type place it within the tariff item for motorboats exceeding 7.5 m but not exceeding 24 m.