Emergency Distress Buoy from United States
A self-deploying buoy that supports an EPIRB (Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacon) for life rafts, providing additional flotation in emergencies. It falls under tariff item 8907.90.20 as an other buoy, a safety-oriented floating structure.
Duty Rate — United States → Canada
6.5%
Import Tips
• Confirm whether the EPIRB component is classified separately under Chapter 85 as electrical equipment, which may affect the overall tariff treatment
• Have safety certification documents ready for CBSA