Icon of the Seas Cruise Ship from Mexico
The Icon of the Seas is a massive Royal Caribbean cruise ship designed primarily for passenger entertainment and transport, featuring luxury amenities like water parks and theaters. It falls under HTS 8901.10.00.00 as a cruise ship principally designed for the transport of persons on vacation voyages. Its essential character is passenger-focused rather than cargo or industrial use.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify vessel registry and flag state compliance with IMO safety standards before import
• Obtain detailed blueprints and passenger capacity certifications to confirm classification
• Avoid misclassification as a cargo ship by documenting primary passenger transport design