Metal Cuddy Cabin Outboard Boat from China
An 18-foot aluminum cuddy cabin outboard motorboat with a small enclosed cabin for overnight pleasure trips. Its metal hull ensures lightweight strength for sports and recreation, fitting HTS 8903.99.21.10 for metal-hulled outboard motorboats.
Duty Rate — China → United States
38.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Label as 'pleasure boat' not commercial to avoid reclassification; provide usage declaration
• Secure original manufacturer specs for hull material and outboard motor compatibility
• Watch for anti-dumping duties on certain aluminum imports from specific countries