Decommissioned Research Vessel for Scrapping from Germany
Oceanographic survey ship retired, imported for dismantling. Classified HTS 8908.00.00.00 for breaking up, labs emptied. Equipped for scientific missions previously.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Inventory scientific instruments removed; oceanographic agency docs; biohazard lab clearance