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Bayliner Element M15 Outboard Motorboat

The Bayliner Element M15 is a compact outboard motorboat with a reinforced plastic hull, measuring 4.6 meters in length, designed for recreational fishing and day cruising on small lakes. It falls under HTS 8903.93.20.45 due to its hull material and length not exceeding 5 meters. Ideal for pleasure boating with capacity for up to 5 passengers.

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.

8903.93.20Same rate: 38.5%

If length between 5m and 7.5m

Vessels exceeding 5m but not 7.5m fall into the next subheading within the same reinforced plastics outboard category.

8903Same rate: 38.5%

If hull made of aluminum or other materials

Outboard motorboats with non-plastic hulls like aluminum are classified under different material-specific subheadings.

8906Lower: 12.5% vs 38.5%

If supplied unassembled or incomplete hull

Per chapter notes, unfinished or disassembled hulls lacking essential character of a complete vessel go to heading 8906.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Verify hull length measurement per USCG standards and provide builder's certificate confirming reinforced plastics material

• Ensure compliance with US Coast Guard safety standards (33 CFR) including flotation and capacity plates before importation