Swift Prospector 16 Canoe from Japan
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 — 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
• 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