Swift Prospector 16 Canoe from Germany
Swift Prospector 16 is a 16-foot kevlar/composite canoe renowned for whitewater capability and expedition use, weighing under 50 lbs for easy transport. HTS 8903.93.05.00 applies as a sports canoe under 7.5m, paddle-only.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Composite materials need origin certificates; test for hazardous substances under TSCA
• Document as 'not designed for sails/motors' with engineering drawings
• Watch for set imports with paddles—classify paddle separately under 9506