Boston Whaler 130 Super Sport Inboard from Japan
Boston Whaler 130 Super Sport is a 4-meter unsinkable fiberglass motorboat with inboard/outdrive engine for fishing and sports. It qualifies for HTS 8903.31.0020 due to length not exceeding 7.5m, non-inflatable hull, and inboard/outdrive excluding pure outboards. Famous for its foam-filled hull safety.
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
• Provide USCG capacity plate details and stability tests; common pitfall is misdeclaring as outboard model
• Secure import bonds for high-value recreational imports; ensure no commercial fishing gear to maintain pleasure classification