Inflatable Rafts for Rescue Operations from Japan
These are large inflatable rafts designed for emergency rescue missions on water bodies, providing a stable floating platform for personnel and equipment. They fall under HTS 8907.90.00 as other floating structures, specifically rafts not classified elsewhere in Chapter 89.
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
• Verify compliance with maritime safety standards such as SOLAS for rescue equipment to avoid customs delays
• Provide detailed engineering specs and buoyancy certifications as supporting documentation