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Oyster 565 Luxury Sail Yacht with Cummins Auxiliary Motor

Oyster 565 is an elegant long-range sailing yacht surpassing 24 meters, powered by a Cummins auxiliary motor for backup propulsion. It is classified in HTS 8903.23.0015 for pleasure and sports sailboats with auxiliary capability.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China1.5%+37.5%39%
🇲🇽Mexico1.5%+10.0%11.5%
🇨🇦Canada1.5%+10.0%11.5%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

8903Same rate: 39%

If high motor-to-sail power ratio

If motor dominates propulsion, reclassifies as 8903.91 motorboat.

8906Lower: 12.5% vs 39%

If unfinished with open construction

Incomplete vessels per chapter notes go to 8906.

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The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

• Provide stability booklet and load line certificate for large yachts

• Ensure motor is documented as auxiliary (<50% total power) to maintain sailboat status

• Watch for valuation disputes—use transaction value with builder invoices