Grand Soleil 50 Sailboat from Japan
The Grand Soleil 50 is a 50-foot (15.24m LOA >24m) racer-cruiser with B&R rig, retractable thruster, and lightweight construction for regatta sports sailing and pleasure. Classified HTS 8903.23.00 as a large non-inflatable sailboat.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Include performance data sheets showing sail area dominance over motor
• Comply with Jones Act if US-built components; declare foreign origin clearly