Vehicle Carrier RoRo Ship

Pure car and truck carrier (PCTC) designed for rolling vehicles like cars and trucks, with crew accommodations. Under HTS 8901.90.00.00 for goods (vehicles as cargo) and persons transport. Multi-deck ramps and ventilation for autos.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

8901.10.00.00Same rate: 35%

If luxury car ferries with passenger focus

Passenger-centric variants may be cruise/excursion.

8906Lower: 10% vs 35%

If unassembled RoRo decks and hull

Per notes, incomplete to 8906.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Specify vehicle capacity (e.g

5000 CEU) to confirm goods transport primacy

Ventilation system certs needed for hazardous cargo like EVs

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