Beneteau Oceanis 31 Sailboat from Germany
The Beneteau Oceanis 31 is a fiberglass sailboat designed for pleasure cruising, measuring 9.45 meters in length with an auxiliary diesel motor for powered maneuvering. It falls under HTS 8903.22.0015 due to its sailboat configuration, length between 7.5m and 9.2m, and inclusion of an auxiliary motor. Primarily used for recreational sailing and sports.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Obtain a detailed vessel survey and builder's certificate confirming length, sailboat design, and auxiliary motor specs for CBP classification
• Ensure compliance with USCG safety standards and documentation for importation
• Common pitfall: Incorrect length measurement can shift to adjacent subheadings