8907.90.00.30/Navigation Buoy for Harbor Marking/Japan

Navigation Buoy for Harbor Marking from Japan

A floating spherical buoy equipped with reflective tape and a light for marking safe navigation channels in harbors. It is classified under HTS 8907.90.00.30 as a buoy, a type of other floating structure designed to float on water and provide visual guidance to vessels.

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%

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Import Tips

• Verify buoy meets USCG standards for visibility and durability; non-compliant units may be rejected at port

• Include detailed specifications on material (e.g

• polyethylene) and lighting in commercial invoice to avoid reclassification

• Obtain Certificate of Origin if sourced from duty-free countries to reduce costs