Laser Dinghy Sailboat from Japan
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.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• 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