Coaster Cargo Ship from Japan
A small coastal vessel for short-haul transport of general goods between ports, carrying crew and limited passengers. Classified in HTS 8901.90.00.00 as 'other' for mixed persons/goods transport, not ocean-going giants. Typically under 500 GRT with tween decks.
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
• Include coastal route history in docs to differentiate from inland waterway barges
• USCG inspection required; prepare for tonnage measurement upon arrival
• Avoid declaring as barge; specify self-propelled sea-going design