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8908.00.00.00/Retired Tugboat for Shipbreaking/Japan

Retired Tugboat for Shipbreaking from Japan

A harbor tug obsolete due to engine failure, destined for scrapping. Classified HTS 8908.00.00.00 as vessel for breaking up, with towing gear intact but inoperable. Compact design for port assist.

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

• Prove bollard pull incapacity via survey; flag state deletion cert required; fuel tank cleaning mandatory

Retired Tugboat for Shipbreaking from Japan — Import Duty Rate | HTS 8908.00.00.00