Carbon Fiber Sailboard Mast from Japan
A lightweight carbon fiber mast designed specifically for sailboards, providing structural support for the sail rig. It falls under HTS 9506.21.8000 as a part suitable solely or principally for use with sailboards, per Chapter Note 2. This excludes general-purpose masts used in other watercraft.
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%
Import Tips
• Verify the mast is designed exclusively for sailboards to avoid reclassification as general boating parts; include technical specs and compatibility certifications in documentation
• Common pitfall: failing to distinguish from kiteboard masts, which may shift to other subheadings