Longline Fishing Vessel from Japan
A 40-meter diesel-powered longliner equipped for deploying and retrieving miles of baited lines targeting tuna and swordfish. Falls under HTS 8902.00.00.00 due to its specialized fishing configuration. Designed for extended offshore operations.
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 fishing method certifications (e.g
• IUU compliance) to support classification
• Prepare for vessel surveys confirming seaworthiness for fishing trades