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General Cargo Freighter from Japan

An ocean vessel for break-bulk cargo like crates, machinery, and packaged goods, with crew quarters for persons. It qualifies under HTS 8901.90.00.00 as a vessel for goods transport that also carries persons (crew). Not specialized for containers, liquids, or bulk dry goods.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%

Import Tips

Submit Lloyd's Register or equivalent classification certificate proving multi-purpose cargo holds

Document crew capacity separately to affirm 'both persons and goods' status under this subheading