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Wave Pool Simulator

Mechanical system generating artificial waves in a defined water area for water park entertainment. Classified in HTS 9508.29.00.00 as water park amusement equipment designed specifically for water parks with no purpose-built path. Parts suitable solely for this are included.

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.

8418.69.01Higher: 37.5% vs 20%

If classified primarily as a water pump or circulator

If essential character is pumping rather than amusement, it shifts to machinery headings.

9508Same rate: 20%

If imported as general fairground amusement parts

Parts not principally for water park rides go to the general accessories heading.

8421.39.01Higher: 37.5% vs 20%

If for industrial water filtration, not amusement

End use as commercial filtering equipment changes classification away from amusements.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Include water park project specs and safety certifications in documentation

• Confirm no residential applicability to prevent misclassification

• Label clearly as water park-specific to distinguish from pool equipment