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Hobart 16 Catamaran with Auxiliary Motor

The Hobart 16 is a 4.8-meter beach catamaran sailboat designed for fun racing and cruising, with an auxiliary motor bracket for outboard installation. Fits HTS 8903.21.0010 as a multihull sailboat under 7.5m with auxiliary motor for sports/pleasure.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China1.5%+37.5%39%
🇲🇽Mexico1.5%+10.0%11.5%
🇨🇦Canada1.5%+10.0%11.5%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

8903Same rate: 39%

If lacking auxiliary motor

Catamaran sailboats under 7.5m without motor go to this no-motor subheading.

8901.90.00Lower: 37.5% vs 39%

If racing catamarans for professional competitions

If for commercial sports events rather than pleasure, may classify as other vessels.

8906Lower: 12.5% vs 39%

If unfinished hull without rigging

Per notes, incomplete catamaran hulls class in 8906.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Specify multihull design in entry to align with sailboat definition, not other catamaran types

• Include photos or diagrams showing motor mount to validate auxiliary feature