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Custom Aluminum Runabout

A bespoke 5.8m aluminum runabout outboard boat for day cruising and family pleasure outings on rivers. Falls under HTS 8903.93.20.30 for metal-hulled pleasure vessels over 5m in length. Custom weldments provide durability for recreational use.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China1%+37.5%38.5%
🇲🇽Mexico1%+10.0%11%
🇨🇦Canada1%+60.0%61%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

8903Same rate: 38.5%

If row boats or canoes with metal hulls in same length

Non-motorized vessels classify under 8903.91 regardless of material if for pleasure.

8906Lower: 12.5% vs 38.5%

If hull only, without outboard motor or complete assembly

Unfinished metal hulls lack essential character of motorboat per chapter notes.

8905.20Lower: 12.5% vs 38.5%

If designed as a floating structure rather than seagoing vessel

Hulls for floating docks or platforms shift to 8905 for other floating structures.

Not sure which classification is right?

The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

• For custom builds, provide engineering drawings proving metal hull composition over 50% by weight

• Register with USCG upon import for vessels over 5m; obtain temporary importation bond if needed