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Lazy River Tube Ride

Inflatable tube ride system designed for water parks where guests float along a continuous looping river channel for entertainment. It qualifies under HTS 9508.25.00.00 as a water park amusement with a defined water area and no purpose-built path, intended for recreational use in commercial water parks.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+20.0%20%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

9508.10.00.00Same rate: 20%

If installed in residential pools or playgrounds

Chapter notes exclude equipment commonly installed in residences from amusement park rides.

8903Lower: 13.5% vs 20%

If primarily a transport vessel on open water

Inflatable boats used for navigation rather than fixed amusement classify as yachts/inflatable vessels.

9506.29.00Same rate: 20%

If sold as individual floatation toys without park installation

Loose water toys for personal use fall under articles for general physical exercise or amusement.

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The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

• Verify the ride is designed specifically for commercial water parks, not residential pools, to avoid reclassification

• Include engineering certifications and installation manuals to prove amusement purpose and safety compliance