Electric Capstan for Marine Mooring from Japan
An electric motor-powered capstan used for mooring and anchoring boats, featuring a vertical drum for rope winding. Classified under HTS 8425.31.0100 as a capstan explicitly powered by an electric motor for marine applications.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide corrosion resistance specifications (e.g
• stainless steel grade) for marine customs valuation
• Include IP rating for water resistance in technical docs to confirm marine suitability
• Declare as capstan vs winch clearly, as misdescription can lead to reclassification