About HS Code 890312
This category covers small, lightweight inflatable pleasure vessels, including Rigid Hull Inflatables (RIBs), with an unladen weight not exceeding 100kg, that are specifically *not* designed for motor use. These boats are typically intended for manual propulsion, such as rowing or paddling, serving as simple tenders, recreational dinghies, or small leisure rafts. They appeal to individual consumers seeking highly portable, easy-to-store, and low-maintenance options for casual recreation on calm waters. The market emphasizes affordability, simplicity of design, and durability of materials, often focusing on ease of inflation and deflation for convenient transport. They are ideal for short excursions or as auxiliary craft.
Products Under This Code
Inflatable rowboats, inflatable dinghies (oar-only), inflatable tenders (non-motorized), inflatable kayaks (recreational, under 100kg), inflatable rafts (small leisure)
Real World Examples
Intex Mariner 4, Sevylor Caravelle, Bestway Hydro-Force Raft, small inflatable tenders without motor mounts, Coleman inflatable boats
Common Misclassification
The key distinction from 890311 is the explicit absence of design for a motor. Its weight (under 100kg) differentiates it from 890319.
Products Classified Under 8903.12
Trade Overview
China is a major producer of these more affordable inflatable boats, with significant demand in recreational markets across North America, Europe, and Australia.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 890312?
HS code 890312 covers: Yachts 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. This category covers small, lightweight inflatable pleasure vessels, including Rigid Hull Inflatables (RIBs), with an unladen weight not exceeding 100kg, that are specifically *not* designed for motor use. These boats are typically intended for manual propulsion, such as rowing or paddling, serving as simple tenders, recreational dinghies, or small leisure rafts. They appeal to individual consumers seeking highly portable, easy-to-store, and low-maintenance options for casual recreation on calm waters. The market emphasizes affordability, simplicity of design, and durability of materials, often focusing on ease of inflation and deflation for convenient transport. They are ideal for short excursions or as auxiliary craft.
What products fall under HS code 890312?
Inflatable rowboats, inflatable dinghies (oar-only), inflatable tenders (non-motorized), inflatable kayaks (recreational, under 100kg), inflatable rafts (small leisure)
What are common misclassifications for HS code 890312?
The key distinction from 890311 is the explicit absence of design for a motor. Its weight (under 100kg) differentiates it from 890319.
How is HS code 890312 structured?
HS code 890312 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (89) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (03) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (12) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.