Hunter 15 Sailboat
The Hunter 15 is a compact fiberglass sailboat designed for day sailing and recreational use on small lakes or coastal waters. It features a Bermuda sloop rig and measures 4.27 meters in length, classifying under HTS 8903.21.00.30 as a sailboat not exceeding 4 meters with or without auxiliary motor. Its essential character is that of a pleasure vessel for sports.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If equipped primarily as a motorboat with auxiliary sail
Vessels deriving essential character from propulsion motor fall under rowing/motor boats, not sailboats.
If unfinished hull or unassembled kit without essential character of completed sailboat
Incomplete or disassembled hulls without vessel character classify in heading 8906 per chapter notes.
If designed for commercial fishing or transport rather than pleasure/sports
Non-pleasure vessels for specific functions like fishing go to Chapter 89 cruise/tank vessels.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Obtain a vessel documentation certificate from U.S
• Coast Guard if over 5 net tons and ensure length measurement complies with LOA standards
• Provide builder's certificate and material composition to verify it's not inflatable and fits sailboat classification
• Check for auxiliary motor specs to confirm it doesn't shift to powerboat headings; declare hull material accurately
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Laser Dinghy Sailboat
The Laser is a single-handed racing dinghy sailboat made of fiberglass, popular in Olympic sailing, with a length of 4.19 meters. It falls under HTS 8903.21.00.30 as a non-inflatable sailboat for sports not exceeding 4 meters. No auxiliary motor is standard, emphasizing its pure sailing design.
Sunfish Sailboat
The Sunfish is a versatile single-handed sailboat with a lateen sail, constructed from fiberglass, measuring 4.17 meters long. Classified in HTS 8903.21.00.30 for pleasure sailboats under 4 meters, it's ideal for beginners and beach launching. Its simple design confirms sailboat essential character.
RS Tera Sport Sailboat
The RS Tera Sport is a youth training sailboat with fiberglass hull, 3.04 meters long, featuring a high-performance rig for young sailors. It qualifies under HTS 8903.21.00.30 as a sailboat for sports not exceeding 4 meters. Designed for pleasure and racing without auxiliary motor.
Optimist Dinghy Sailboat
The Optimist dinghy is a pram-style sailboat for children, fiberglass construction, 2.31 meters length, used worldwide for youth racing. Under HTS 8903.21.00.30 as a non-inflatable pleasure sailboat ≤4m. Its simple sail rig defines its sports vessel character.
Topper Sailboat
The Topper is a rotomolded polyethylene sailboat for beginners, 3.39 meters long, stable for learning to sail. Classifies in HTS 8903.21.00.30 for plastic sailboats ≤4m for pleasure. Non-inflatable with lateen sail configuration.
Byte CII Sailboat
The Byte CII is a high-performance racing sailboat, fiberglass, 4.19 meters LOA, successor to the Laser for youth and adults. Fits HTS 8903.21.00.30 as sailboat for sports ≤4m. Bermuda rig without auxiliary propulsion.