Beneteau First 14 Sailboat with Outboard

Beneteau First 14 is a 4.2-meter trailerable sailboat with lifting keel, popular for day sailing and fitted with an auxiliary outboard motor. Under HTS 8903.21.0010 for sailboats ≤7.5m with auxiliary motor used in pleasure or sports.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China1.5%+35.0%36.5%
🇲🇽Mexico1.5%+10.0%11.5%
🇨🇦Canada1.5%+10.0%11.5%
🇩🇪Germany1.5%+10.0%11.5%
🇯🇵Japan1.5%+10.0%11.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

8903.22.00Same rate: 36.5%

If length exceeding 7.5m

Sailboats with auxiliary motors over 7.5m but under next threshold use 8903.22.

8479.89.65Lower: 20.3% vs 36.5%

If classified as recreational toy

Very small models might be seen as toys rather than vessels if not seaworthy.

8906Lower: 10% vs 36.5%

If disassembled for transport

Chapter notes direct disassembled complete vessels to 8906.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Obtain CE certification or equivalent for recreational vessels to smooth customs clearance

Document overall length excluding bowsprit to stay under 7.5m threshold

Avoid reclassification by proving it's not a rowboat primary; emphasize sail capability