Fiberglass Canoe from Japan
A lightweight fiberglass canoe for recreational paddling, with pointed bow and stern for efficient tracking on rivers. Classified under HTS 8903.99.1600 as a canoe not intended for primary motor or sail use. Features paddle seats but no sail mast or motor transom.
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
• Include stability test certifications; ensure no auxiliary sail provisions to stay in this code
• Label with capacity and material specs; pitfall is overlooking length-based tonnage documentation
• For imports over 16ft, prepare USCG form; declare as finished vessel, not parts