Hunter 18 Sailboat from Japan
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.
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 length certificate from manufacturer and photos showing sail rig as primary feature
• Prepare for potential inspection of ballast system; declare as fixed design sailboat