Hunter 18 Sailboat with Auxiliary Motor from Mexico
The Hunter 18 is a compact fiberglass sailboat measuring 5.5 meters in length, designed for recreational sailing with a retractable keel and auxiliary outboard motor for maneuvering in harbors. It falls under HTS 8903.21.0010 as a sailboat not exceeding 7.5 m with an auxiliary motor, primarily used for pleasure or sports.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
11.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify vessel length certification from manufacturer to confirm it does not exceed 7.5m for proper classification
• Include Coast Guard documentation and engine specs to prove auxiliary motor presence and avoid reclassification
• Watch for common pitfalls like incomplete assembly, which could shift to heading 8906 for unfinished vessels