RS Tera Sport Sailboat with Auxiliary Motor from Japan
The RS Tera Sport is a 3.6-meter rotomolded polyethylene sailboat for young sailors, equipped with a small auxiliary motor for coaching and safety. It qualifies for HTS 8903.21.0010 as a non-inflatable sailboat under 7.5m with auxiliary motor for sports and pleasure.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Label as 'recreational sailboat' in docs to emphasize pleasure/sports use over any training context
• Include motor horsepower details; low-power units must still qualify as auxiliary