Norwegian Bliss Cruise Ship from Japan
Norwegian Bliss is a Breakaway Plus-class cruise ship for Alaska and Caribbean voyages, with go-karts and laser tag for passengers. HTS 8901.10.00.00 applies for its person-transport focus on excursions. Amenities reinforce leisure classification.
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
• Audit onboard revenue streams to prove non-commercial cargo use
• Comply with cruise-specific MARPOL annexes
• Avoid reclass if observation lounge deemed industrial