Obsolete Bulk Carrier for Shipbreaking from China
A single-deck bulk carrier designed for dry cargo like ore and coal, now past its service life and imported for scrapping. Classified under HTS 8908.00.00.00 due to its designation for breaking up into recyclable materials. It retains its floating structure but lacks economic viability for repair.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0125%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.05, 9903.88.06, 9903.88.07, 9903.88.08, 9903.88.10, 9903.88.11, 9903.88.14, 9903.88.19, 9903.88.50, 9903.88.52, 9903.88.58, 9903.88.60, 9903.88.62, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(a) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(b) [to this subchapter]
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Verify vessel age exceeds 25 years for scrapping eligibility in many ports; provide deletion certificate from flag state; arrange towage insurance for ocean transit to breaking site