Topper Sailboat from China
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.
Duty Rate — China → United States
39%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Specify plastic type (PE) in invoice for material duty confirmation
• Ensure sail and centerboard included to affirm sailboat status
• Bulk imports may need containerization plans for hull protection