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SITCSection 7
U.S. imports of inflatable vessels, including rowing boats and canoes (SITC 79311) totaled $5.3M in April 2026, traded with 27 countries.
Importers of Inflatable Vessels, Including Rowing Boats and Canoes paid $1.4M in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 27% on $5.2M in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule. Inflatable Vessels, Including Rowing Boats and Canoes imports of $5.3M in April 2026 ran 16% above the year-to-date monthly average of $4.6M.
Last updated: April 2026 dataInflatable vessels—ranging from recreational kayaks and rafts to rigid-inflatable rescue craft—are classified by their construction method (air-filled chambers as the primary structural element) rather than by end use, which distinguishes them from rigid-hull pleasure craft. The recreational marine market drives most import volume in this heading, with products subject to US Coast Guard safety standards for personal watercraft and inflatable boats used in US waters. Importers should confirm whether a vessel meets the USCG definition of a 'boat' requiring compliance labeling, as enforcement at the port of entry can result in detention of non-compliant shipments.
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Inflatable boats meeting the USCG definition of a 'recreational vessel' must comply with applicable Federal Boat Safety Act standards, including capacity plate requirements and compliance with ABYC or ISO construction standards referenced by USCG regulations. Importers are responsible for ensuring that vessels bear required labeling before sale in the US market.
Rigid-inflatable boats (RIBs), which combine a rigid fiberglass or aluminum hull with inflatable tubes, are generally classified based on the essential character of the vessel. CBP has issued rulings on RIBs that place them in the rigid-hull pleasure-craft heading rather than the inflatable-vessel heading, so importers of hybrid designs should seek a binding ruling to confirm the correct SITC and HTS classification.
| Country | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| CHINA | $3.4M | -- | -$3.4M |
| CANADA | $19K | $341K | +$322K |
| COLOMBIA | $316K | -- | -$316K |
| UKRAINE | $301K | -- | -$301K |
| UNITED KINGDOM | $296K | -- | -$296K |
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