Rescue Lifeboat RB-850 from Germany
A rigid inflatable rescue lifeboat designed for coastal search and rescue operations, equipped with self-righting capabilities and capacity for 8 persons. Classified under HTS 9810.00.75.00 as life-saving apparatus imported for lifesaving institutions like the U.S. Coast Guard training centers. Meets SOLAS standards for human life preservation.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Verify institutional eligibility with CBP documentation proving use by recognized lifesaving organizations
• Provide SOLAS certification and capacity documentation to confirm life-saving apparatus classification
• Avoid common pitfall of commercial vessels use; must be exclusively for institutional lifesaving training