What HS code do I use for inflatable boats?
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HS-4 · Heading
8903 — Yachts and other vessels; for pleasure or sports, rowing boats and canoes
Chapter 89: Ships, boats and floating structures
Plain-language overview
Use HS-4 8903 when importing or exporting yachts and other vessels designed for pleasure or sports, such as a 20-foot sailboat or a rigid hull inflatable boat. This heading covers various types of vessels, including inflatable boats and sailboats, each with specific weight and length criteria.
When determining the correct HS-6 subheading, consider the vessel's weight and whether it is inflatable. For example, if you have a motorized inflatable boat weighing 90 kg, you would classify it under 890311. If the same boat is not designed for a motor, it falls under 890312.
For sailboats, the length is crucial. A sailboat measuring 7 meters or less would be classified under 890321, while one between 7.5 and 24 meters fits under 890322. If it exceeds 24 meters, use 890323. This distinction helps ensure accurate tariff classification.
Motorboats also have specific classifications based on length. A motorboat under 7.5 meters is categorized under 890331, while those between 7.5 and 24 meters go under 890332. If your motorboat exceeds 24 meters, you should use 890333.
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Examples
Drawn from the official tariff wording for this HS-4 heading. Always confirm against your published schedule and legal notes.
- Inflatable yacht with a net weight of 90 kg - **890311**
- Non-motorized inflatable boat weighing 80 kg - **890312**
- Sailboat measuring 6.5 meters - **890321**
- Sailboat measuring 15 meters - **890322**
- Motorboat measuring 5 meters - **890331**
- Motorboat measuring 22 meters - **890332**
- Non-inflatable vessel measuring 7 meters - **890393**
Common questions
Frequent classification questions with short practical guidance.
How to classify a sailboat for import?
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What is the difference between HS-890311 and HS-890312?
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How do I determine the correct HS code for my yacht?
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What are the weight limits for HS-4 8903 classifications?
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How to classify a motorboat over 24 meters?
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What is the tariff for pleasure boats?
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how to classify yachts for import
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HS code for inflatable pleasure boats
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difference between sailboat classifications
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import regulations for sports vessels
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how to determine boat weight for HS codes
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classifying motorboats under HS-4 8903
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importing a yacht over 24 meters
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pleasure craft HS-6 subheading details
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Questions & answers
For orientation only—the binding text is your national tariff and the WCO nomenclature your country uses.
- What is the HS code for a 5-meter inflatable boat?
- Use **890311** if it has a motor, or **890312** if it is not designed for a motor.
- How do I classify a sailboat that is 8 meters long?
- Classify it under **890322**, as it exceeds 7.5 meters but does not exceed 24 meters.
- What HS code should I use for a motorboat that is 25 meters long?
- Use **890333** for motorboats exceeding 24 meters.
- Are there specific requirements for inflatable vessels?
- Yes, inflatable vessels are classified based on their weight and whether they are motorized or not.
- What is the classification for a non-inflatable vessel under 7.5 meters?
- Use **890393** for non-inflatable vessels for pleasure or sports that are 7.5 meters or less.
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HS-6 subheadings (11)
- 890311Yachts and other vessels; for pleasure or sports, inflatable (including rigid hull inflatable), fitted or designed to be fitted with a motor, unladen (net) weight (excluding the motor) not exceeding 100kg
- 890312Yachts and other vessels; for pleasure or sports, inflatable (including rigid hull inflatable), not designed to be used with a motor and unladen (net) weight not exceeding 100kg
- 890319Yachts and other vessels; for pleasure or sports, inflatable (including rigid hull inflatable), unladen (net) weight exceeding 100kg
- 890321Sailboats; (other than inflatable) with or without auxiliary motor, for pleasure or sports, of a length not exceeding 7.5m
- 890322Sailboats; (other than inflatable) with or without auxiliary motor, for pleasure or sports, of a length exceeding 7.5m but not exceeding 24m
- 890323Sailboats; (other than inflatable) with or without auxiliary motor, for pleasure or sports, of a length exceeding 24m
- 890331Motorboats; (other than outboard motorboats), for pleasure or sports, other than inflatable, of a length not exceeding 7.5m
- 890332Motorboats; (other than outboard motorboats), for pleasure or sports, other than inflatable, of a length exceeding 7.5m but not exceeding 24m
- 890333Motorboats; (other than outboard motorboats), for pleasure or sports, other than inflatable, of a length exceeding 24m
- 890393Vessels; (other than sailboats and motorboats), for pleasure or sports, other than inflatable, of a length not exceeding 7.5m
- 890399Vessels; (other than sailboats and motorboats), for pleasure or sports, other than inflatable, of a length exceeding 7.5m