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.

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.

8903.12.00Higher: 37.4% vs 36.5%

If inflatable construction

Inflatable sailboats have separate subheading in 8903.12.

8906Lower: 10% vs 36.5%

If supplied as bare hull without rigging

Lacks essential character of complete sailboat per chapter note.

9506.29.00Lower: 17.5% vs 36.5%

If toy-scale model for children

Scale models and toys classify in Chapter 95, not as actual vessels.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include class measurement certificate from International Laser Class Association for verification

Ensure no modifications add auxiliary power that could reclassify; label as racing dinghy

For imports in kit form, assemble prior to entry or risk 8906 classification

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Sunfish Sailboat

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Optimist Dinghy Sailboat

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