Beneteau Oceanis 38 Sailboat from Japan
The Beneteau Oceanis 38 is a 11.86-meter fiberglass sailboat designed for pleasure cruising with an auxiliary diesel inboard motor. It falls under HTS 8903.22.0020 due to its length exceeding 9.2 meters, sailboat configuration, and auxiliary propulsion. This classification applies to yachts for sports and recreation exceeding 7.5m but not over 24m.
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
• Obtain vessel documentation including builder's certificate, length certificate, and auxiliary motor specifications to verify HTS classification
• Ensure compliance with USCG safety standards and obtain Certificate of Compliance before entry