15% Tariff on European Boats: Impact on Beneteau Prices
August 2, 2025
Breaking: New 15% Tariff on Beneteau and EU Boats The U.S. has officially implemented a 15% tariff on boats imported from the European Union, up from the previous 1–2% rate. While this isn’t the news boaters were hoping for, it provides clarity for dealers, manufacturers, and anyone considering a new European boat in 2025. What the 15% Tariff Means for the Boating Industry The new tariff applies to all boats manufactured in the EU, including Beneteau and other leading European brands. Currently: U.S. boat and engine manufacturers are not facing retaliatory tariffs on exports to the EU. The European Boating Industry board is urging the EU Commission to negotiate reciprocal rates. Tariffs have been a moving target over the past
