Catalina 16.5 Sailboat from China
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.
Duty Rate — China → United States
39%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3112.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
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)
Import Tips
• 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