Floating Dry Dock for Breaking Up from Japan
A non-self-propelled floating dry dock obsolete for ship repair, imported for scrapping. The structure retains its pontoon design and is designated for breaking up into steel plates. It falls under tariff item 8908.00.90 as a floating structure for breaking up that is not stripped of salvageable equipment.
Duty Rate — Japan → Canada
15.5%
Import Tips
• Confirm that the dry dock is not stripped of salvageable articles to avoid classification under 8908.00.10
• Provide documentation of its decommissioning and scrapping intent
• Check for any marine safety or environmental regulations for the structure