Trailing Suction Hopper Dredger from Japan
A trailing suction hopper dredger is a hopper barge with trailing suction pipes that pumps dredged material into onboard hoppers for transport and disposal. Navigability supports but is secondary to the primary dredging and material handling function, fitting tariff item 8905.10.00.
Duty Rate — Japan → Canada
25%
Import Tips
• Document that the suction pipes and hoppers are integral to dredging, not transport, to justify classification
• Provide the CBSA with technical details and operational plans
• Check if the dredger requires environmental impact assessments for dredging activities