Formula 380 SSC Sport Cruiser from Japan
The Formula 380 SSC is a 38-foot (11.6 m) high-performance sport cruiser with twin inboard/outdrive sterndrive engines for pleasure and sports use. It qualifies for HTS 8903.32.0020 as a motorboat 7.5-24 m long, inboard/outdrive, other than outboard or inflatable.
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
• Submit hull identification number (HIN) and propulsion certification; common error is classifying as outboard if misdescribed
• Comply with ABYC safety standards and label for recreational use to affirm pleasure/sports classification
• For sets with trailers, declare separately to avoid set classification pitfalls