Old Town Discovery 119 Canoe from Japan
The Old Town Discovery 119 is a lightweight, rotomolded polyethylene canoe measuring 11'10" in length, designed for solo paddling on calm waters like lakes and rivers. It falls under HTS 8903.93.05.00 as a canoe not exceeding 7.5 meters, without features principally designed for motor or sail use, emphasizing manual paddling.
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
• Verify vessel length does not exceed 7.5m with official measurements; provide builder's certificate confirming no motor/sail design
• Ensure USCG compliance if for commercial use; include material safety data sheets for polyethylene construction
• Avoid misclassification as rowboats by documenting paddle-only thwart placement; inspect for incomplete assembly