Swiftwater Rescue PFD Type V

USCG-approved Type V personal flotation device specifically for swiftwater rescue operations with quick-release harness. Duty-free under HTS 9810.00.75.00 for fire department water rescue divisions. Features 35lb buoyancy and reflective trim.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

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

Alternative Classifications

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

6307.20.00.00Higher: 14.5% vs 10%

If recreational life jacket

Retail personal flotation devices classify under Chapter 63 made-up textiles.

6114.30.10Higher: 45.7% vs 10%

If garment-style flotation vest

Waterproof garment-integrated PFDs may classify under Chapter 61 knitted apparel.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide USCG approval number and institutional training roster for compliance

Labeling must specify institutional lifesaving use, not personal retail consumption

Monitor 5-year use restriction; commercial resale triggers full duty liability

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