Escort Tug from Japan
Maneuvering tug for emergency steering assistance to large tankers in confined waters. HTS 8904.00.00.00 applies to its specialized tug role in port approaches.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide dynamic positioning system specifications for classification
• Document bollard pull ratings exceeding port requirements
• Ensure no passenger accommodations that could shift classification