Catalina 16.5 Sailboat
The Catalina 16.5 is a compact fiberglass sailboat designed for recreational sailing on lakes and coastal waters, measuring 5.2 meters in length. It features a Bermuda sloop rig with a retractable keel, making it ideal for trailering and easy launching. Classified under HTS 8903.21.0035 due to its sailboat design for pleasure, length between 4m and 6.5m, and non-inflatable construction.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If equipped with outboard motor as primary propulsion
Vessels primarily powered by motors, even with sails, classify under rowing/pleasure boats with motors rather than sailboats.
If inflatable construction
Inflatable sailboats fall under a separate subheading regardless of length for material and design differences.
If incomplete hull without essential character of finished sailboat
Unfinished or disassembled hulls lacking sails, rigging, or full vessel character classify as incomplete vessels.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Obtain a detailed vessel survey confirming length, sailboat configuration, and pleasure use to support HTS classification
• Ensure compliance with US Coast Guard safety standards and provide builder's certificate for importation
• Avoid misclassification as a motorboat by documenting auxiliary motor as non-primary propulsion if present
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RS Quest Sailboat
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Com-Pac 16 Sailboat
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Montgomery 17 Sailboat
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Hunter 18 Sailboat
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