Zodiac Pro 550 Rigid Hull Inflatable Boat from Japan
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 — 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
• 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