HS code for kayaks

HS code

8903.99

US tariff lines

4

US general duty

Free – 2.7%

Source: USITC Harmonized Tariff Schedule, Revision 21 (2026), effective 10/09/2026 · checked 2026-10-28

Rigid kayaks and canoes fall under 8903.99, the pleasure-boat subheading revised in 2022.

US tariff lines under 8903.99

US HTS codeDescriptionGeneral duty
8903.99.06Row boats and canoes which are not of a type designed to be principally used with motors or sails › CanoesFree
8903.99.16Row boats and canoes which are not of a type designed to be principally used with motors or sails › Other2.7%
8903.99.21Outboard motorboats
3 statistical suffixes (10-digit codes)
  • 8903.99.21.10 — With hulls of metal
  • 8903.99.21.20 — With hulls of reinforced plastics
  • 8903.99.21.90 — Other
1%
8903.99.91Other1%

Import duty on kayaks by country

Extra duties may apply

The general rate applies to most countries. Imports from some countries also pay additional duties under Chapter 99 of the HTS, such as Section 301 tariffs on many Chinese goods. Check the current measures for your country of origin before you order.

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Frequently asked questions

Q1What is the HS code for kayaks?
The international HS code for kayaks is 8903.99. Rigid kayaks and canoes fall under 8903.99, the pleasure-boat subheading revised in 2022.
Q2What is the US import duty on kayaks?
It depends on the exact line: 4 US tariff lines sit under 8903.99, with general rates of Free – 2.7%. The table on this page lists each one. Goods from some countries pay additional duties on top.
Q3What is the 10-digit HTS code for kayaks?
The first 8 digits set the duty; the last 2 are statistical and depend on details such as material or who the product is for. The full list of US codes under 8903.99 is in the table above.
Q4Is the HS code the same in every country?
The first 6 digits (8903.99) are the same in every country that uses the Harmonized System. The digits after that, and the duty rates, are set by each country.

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Classification guidance only, not a binding ruling or customs advice. The right code depends on your product’s exact material, function and construction. For certainty, request a binding ruling from U.S. Customs and Border Protection or ask a licensed customs broker.