Inflatable Rescue Raft
An inflatable raft designed for emergency rescues on water, equipped with oars and safety features. It is a vessel that does not have the essential character of a specific kind of vessel, such as a lifeboat or warship, and is therefore classified under this tariff item.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 15% | — | 15% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 15% | — | 15% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 15% | — | 15% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 15% | — | 15% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 15% | — | 15% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the raft is imported by a society dedicated to saving lives
Lifeboats imported by life-saving societies are classified separately under this alternative.
If the raft has the essential character of a specific vessel type
If the raft is complete and identifiable as a particular kind of vessel, it may fall under the 'other' category.
Not sure which classification is right?
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
• Confirm that the raft is not classifiable as a lifeboat under heading 8906.90.11 if imported by a life-saving society
• Keep documentation on the raft's design and safety features to assist CBSA officers in classification
• Check if the raft meets Transport Canada marine safety requirements for rescue equipment
Related Products under Tariff item 8906.90.19
Inflatable Lifeboat Hull
A rigid inflatable hull base for lifeboats, constructed from hypalon or PVC, without oars or canopy but designed for emergency vessels. It is an unfinished or incomplete vessel that does not have the essential character of a particular kind of vessel, thus classified under this tariff item.
Rigid Inflatable Patrol Boat
A rigid inflatable boat (RIB) designed for coastal patrol and rescue operations, featuring a rigid hull with inflatable tubes for buoyancy. It is an open vessel of a specialized type, not matching the specific descriptions of lifeboats or the dimensional limits of other sibling items.