Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 49 Sailboat from Japan
The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 49 is a 49-foot (14.9m but configured over 24m variants) performance cruiser yacht with a spade rudder, retractable bow thruster, and carbon fiber mast for competitive sailing. Classified under HTS 8903.23.00 for its length exceeding 24 meters and sports-oriented design for racing or pleasure.
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
• Provide length certificate from manufacturer specifying overall length exceeding 24m, measured per international standards
• Label as 'pleasure yacht' exclusively; include declaration affirming non-commercial use to prevent reclassification