Hunter 18 Sailboat

The Hunter 18 is a popular daysailer with a water ballast system for easy transport, measuring 5.5 meters overall. Built with fiberglass hull and deck, it accommodates 6 adults for leisure sailing. Falls under HTS 8903.21.0035 as a non-inflatable sailboat for sports/pleasure in the 4-6.5m range.

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.

8901.90.00.00Lower: 35% vs 36.5%

If designed for commercial charter operations

Vessels used in commerce or carrying paying passengers shift to cruise ship/tank headings.

8903.32.00Same rate: 36.5%

If length exceeding 7.5m

Sailboats over 7.5m classify in higher length subheadings within the same pleasure vessel chapter.

8479.89.65Lower: 20.3% vs 36.5%

If imported as unassembled kit without essential vessel character

Machinery parts or incomplete assemblies may classify under machinery if not meeting vessel definition.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include length certificate from manufacturer and photos showing sail rig as primary feature

Prepare for potential inspection of ballast system; declare as fixed design sailboat

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