Decommissioned Cruise Ship for Scrapping from Germany
A decommissioned passenger cruise liner removed from service due to age and high maintenance costs, imported for complete dismantling. The vessel retains its hull and superstructure but has had its interiors stripped of salvageable equipment. It is classified under this tariff item as a vessel for breaking up, not stripped of salvageable articles or equipment.
Duty Rate — Germany → Canada
15.5%
Import Tips
• Ensure the vessel is not stripped of salvageable articles before import, as that would fall under sibling item 8908.00.10
• Provide documentation proving the vessel is destined for breaking up, such as a shipbreaking contract
• Coordinate with CBSA at the port of entry to arrange inspection and verify the vessel's condition