Folding Rowboat from Japan
Collapsible wooden frame rowboat with canvas skin for easy transport and storage, rowed manually. HTS 8903.99.1600 covers this as 'other' rowboat not for motors/sails, for recreational use. Folds flat but assembles to complete vessel.
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 assembly instructions to prove complete vessel status
• Avoid pitfall of parts classification—declare as assembled rowboat
• Check for folding frame patents or specs in documentation