HS code · 6-digit subheading

HS Code 8903.21 – Sailboats; (other than inflatable) with or without auxiliary motor, for pleasure or sports, of a length not exceeding 7.5m

HS code 8903.21 is the 6-digit subheading for sailboats, (other than inflatable) with or without auxiliary motor, for pleasure or sports, of a length not exceeding 7.5m. It is used for small keelboats, sailing dinghies, day sailors, small catamarans (sailing) and trailerable sailboats.

What HS 8903.21 covers

This HS code covers non-inflatable sailboats, with or without an auxiliary motor, specifically for pleasure or sports, and with a length not exceeding 7.5 meters. This category includes a diverse range of small keelboats, sailing dinghies, and day sailors, popular among sailing enthusiasts, beginners, and those seeking a more accessible and manageable sailing experience. The market primarily consists of individual buyers, sailing schools, and yacht clubs. Key considerations include ease of handling, performance characteristics for various sailing conditions (from coastal cruising to competitive racing), and often, trailerability for convenient transport. These vessels represent an entry point into sailing or a choice for focused recreational use.

Covers
  • Small keelboats
  • Sailing dinghies
  • Day sailors
  • Small catamarans (sailing)
  • Trailerable sailboats
  • Small racing yachts
  • Pocket cruisers
Examples
  • J/70
  • Laser (dinghy)
  • Catalina 22
  • Hunter 22
  • Beneteau First 18
  • Hobie Cat 16

Codes often confused with 8903.21

Common mistake. This code is distinguished from inflatable sailboats (89031x) by being non-inflatable, and from larger sailboats (890322) by its length not exceeding 7.5 meters.

8903.22Sailboats; (other than inflatable) with or without auxiliary motor, for pleasure or sports, of a length exceeding 7.5m but not exceeding 24m

Top exporters and importers of HS code 890321, 2025

In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 890321 in UN Comtrade data was France, with 22% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Bulgaria, with 16% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.

Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports

  1. 1 France $18M
  2. 2 United Kingdom $13M
  3. 3 Thailand $6.4M

World total: $84M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗

Top importers 2025 · share of world imports

  1. 1 Bulgaria $14M
  2. 2 United States $7.8M
  3. 3 Spain $6.5M

World total: $87M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗

How these figures are built

109 countries reported 2025 trade to UN Comtrade in HS 2022, and their own totals are used. Countries that did not report are estimated from what other countries recorded trading with them. Those estimates miss trade with other non-reporting countries, so they can be low, and a non-reporting country can rank higher than shown or be missing from the list. World totals add both and leave out trade between two non-reporting countries. Figures are in current US dollars; reported imports are mostly valued CIF and exports FOB, and exports include re-exports. The UN Comtrade links show the underlying records; they can also list a few reporters left out here (regional groups and older HS editions).

Source: UN Comtrade (United Nations Statistics Division), 2025 annual data.

Brazil NCM code for 8903.21

Brazil does not split HS 8903.21: its NCM code is 8903.21.00.

  1. 8903.21.00 Non-inflatable sailboats up to 7.5 m longDe comprimento não superior a 7,5 m

All Brazil NCM codes in heading 89.03 →

Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.

Questions about HS 8903.21

What is HS code 890321?

HS code 890321 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Sailboats; (other than inflatable) with or without auxiliary motor, for pleasure or sports, of a length not exceeding 7.5m. This HS code covers non-inflatable sailboats, with or without an auxiliary motor, specifically for pleasure or sports, and with a length not exceeding 7.5 meters. This category includes a diverse range of small keelboats, sailing dinghies, and day sailors, popular among sailing enthusiasts, beginners, and those seeking a more accessible and manageable sailing experience. The market primarily consists of individual buyers, sailing schools, and yacht clubs. Key considerations include ease of handling, performance characteristics for various sailing conditions (from coastal cruising to competitive racing), and often, trailerability for convenient transport. These vessels represent an entry point into sailing or a choice for focused recreational use.

What products fall under HS code 890321?

Small keelboats, sailing dinghies, day sailors, small catamarans (sailing), trailerable sailboats, small racing yachts, pocket cruisers

What are common misclassifications for HS code 890321?

This code is distinguished from inflatable sailboats (89031x) by being non-inflatable, and from larger sailboats (890322) by its length not exceeding 7.5 meters.

Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 890321?

In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 890321 in UN Comtrade data were France ($18M, 22% of world exports), the United Kingdom ($13M) and Thailand ($6.4M). World exports came to about $84M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.

Which countries are the top importers of goods under HS code 890321?

In 2025, the top importers of HS code 890321 in UN Comtrade data were Bulgaria ($14M, 16% of world imports), the United States ($7.8M) and Spain ($6.5M). World imports came to about $87M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.

How is HS code 890321 structured?

HS code 890321 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 (21) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.

What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 890321?

In Brazil, HS code 890321 is NCM 8903.21.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.