Boston Whaler 170 Montauk Outboard Motorboat

The Boston Whaler 170 Montauk is a compact 17-foot outboard-powered fishing boat renowned for its unsinkable foam-filled hull and versatile pleasure use. Classified under HTS 8903.99.21.90 for other outboard motorboats for pleasure or sports, it meets the criteria of under 7.67 meters length and 30 horsepower equivalent.

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.

8903Same rate: 36%

If equipped with inboard motor instead of outboard

Inboard-powered rowboats and canoes for pleasure fall under separate subheading based on propulsion type.

8906Lower: 10% vs 36%

If imported disassembled without propulsion system

Chapter notes specify unassembled incomplete vessels classify as hulls in 8906 if not retaining essential character.

8901.90.00.00Lower: 35% vs 36%

If designed for commercial passenger transport

Vessels for pleasure become tank vessels or commercial if primary use is transporting persons for hire.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include detailed hull identification number (HIN) and capacity plate data in import docs; check for anti-dumping duties on certain fiberglass boats from Asia; pre-clear with USCG for safety standards compliance

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