Passenger-Cargo Ferry from Japan
A ferry boat equipped to carry both passengers and vehicles or goods across short sea routes or inland waterways. Classified under HTS 8901.90.00.00 for its dual purpose of transporting persons and goods, excluding pure excursion or cruise vessels. Features include vehicle decks and passenger cabins.
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 passenger capacity and cargo deck specs in entry docs to distinguish from pure ferries under 8901.10
• Ensure compliance with IMO passenger safety standards and provide stability certificates
• Avoid pitfalls by labeling as 'mixed-use' if over 50% capacity for goods to prevent duty reclassification