Floating Accommodation Platform
A jack-up platform providing temporary worker housing during construction projects, with navigation only for relocation. Its primary function is accommodation, making it a specialized vessel under this tariff item.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 25% | — | 25% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 25% | — | 25% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 25% | — | 25% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 25% | — | 25% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 25% | — | 25% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the platform is used for offshore drilling accommodation
Accommodation for drilling activities may fall under the drill-ship item.
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The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Clearly demonstrate that the platform's main purpose is accommodation, not navigation
• Provide CBSA with specifications showing its jack-up system and limited mobility
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