Coastal Warning Buoy from Japan
A large steel-framed buoy with radar reflector and whistle for warning ships of shallow waters along coastlines. It qualifies under HTS 8907.90.00.30 as a buoy-type floating structure for safety signaling.
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 engineering drawings showing flotation stability calculations
• Comply with SOLAS convention standards for international recognition
• Galvanization certificates prevent corrosion-related rejection