Cargo Hold Ventilation Ducting from Germany
Fire-rated ventilation duct sections installed during foreign hold outfitting of U.S. general cargo vessel before maiden U.S. voyage. Covered by 9818.00.05.00 for cargo protection systems.
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
• Include hold ventilation balance test reports; ensure fire rating documentation; verify duct dimensions match vessel specifications exactly