Personal Watercraft Jet Ski

A 3.2-meter sit-on jet ski for recreational watersports and pleasure riding. Falls under HTS 8903.93.90.00 as other vessel ≤7.5m, treated as small pleasure craft. Jet propulsion distinguishes it.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China1%+35.0%36%
🇲🇽Mexico1%+10.0%11%
🇨🇦Canada1%+10.0%11%
🇩🇪Germany1%+10.0%11%
🇯🇵Japan1%+10.0%11%

Alternative Classifications

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

8901.10Lower: 10% vs 36%

If multi-passenger cruise design

Larger PWCs resembling cruise ships classify differently.

8711.50Lower: 12.4% vs 36%

If amphibious with road capability

Motorcycles including amphibious types in Chapter 87.

8903Same rate: 36%

If larger models 7.5-20.12m

Size progression in pleasure craft subheadings.

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Import Tips & Compliance

EPA/CARB emissions cert required; declare as vessel not vehicle

Common pitfall: ignoring capacity limits

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