Zodiac Pro 550 Rigid Hull Inflatable Boat from Germany
The Zodiac Pro 550 is a rigid hull inflatable boat (RHIB) designed for pleasure and sports, featuring a fixed fiberglass hull with inflatable collar, fitted for a motor, unladen weight under 100 kg, and valued over $500. It falls under HTS 8903.11.0015 due to its attached rigid hull, motor compatibility, and weight/value specifications for inflatable sports vessels.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify unladen weight certification excluding motor to confirm <100kg compliance; include detailed spec sheets in documentation
• Provide proof of rigid hull attachment and valuation over $500; common pitfall is misclassifying as non-rigid inflatable
• Ensure vessel meets pleasure/sports end-use; obtain USCG documentation for import clearance