HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 8903.33 – Motorboats; (other than outboard motorboats), for pleasure or sports, other than inflatable, of a length exceeding 24m
HS code 8903.33 is the 6-digit subheading for motorboats, (other than outboard motorboats), for pleasure or sports, other than inflatable, of a length exceeding 24m. It is used for superyachts, megayachts, luxury motor yachts, expedition yachts and custom motor yachts.
What HS 8903.33 covers
This HS code covers superyachts and megayachts, which are large, luxurious motor vessels primarily used for private leisure, charter, or corporate entertainment. These are often custom-built or semi-custom, featuring advanced technology, opulent interiors, and extensive amenities. The international trade in these vessels is a highly specialized, high-value market, involving ultra-high-net-worth individuals, yacht management companies, and charter operators. European shipyards, particularly in Italy, the Netherlands, and Germany, dominate the export market, renowned for their engineering prowess and design excellence. Importers are global, with significant demand from the USA, Middle East, and Mediterranean countries. Key aspects of this trade include bespoke design contracts, complex financing, specialized transport logistics, and adherence to international maritime regulations. The market is influenced by global wealth distribution, luxury trends, and geopolitical stability.
- Covers
- Superyachts
- Megayachts
- Luxury motor yachts
- Expedition yachts
- Custom motor yachts
- Charter yachts
- Displacement yachts
- Examples
- Lürssen Azzam
- Feadship Venus
- Oceanco Black Pearl
- Benetti IJE
- Amels 242
Codes often confused with 8903.33
Common mistake. Misclassification might occur with 890323 (sailboats >24m) if the primary propulsion is not clearly motor-driven, or potentially 890110 (cruise ships) if the vessel's purpose is misinterpreted as commercial passenger transport.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 890333, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 890333 in UN Comtrade data was the Netherlands, with 54% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the Netherlands, with 41% 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 Netherlands $5.9B 54% of world exports
- 2 Italy $3.0B 27% of world exports
- 3 Türkiye $478M 4.4% of world exports
World total: $10.9B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Netherlands $3.1B 41% of world imports
- 2 Cayman Islands* ~$1.2B 16% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 3 United States $467M 6.2% of world imports
World total: $7.6B 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 marked * did not, so their figures add up what other countries recorded trading with them, and their exports are valued at buyers' CIF prices. 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 8903.33
Brazil does not split HS 8903.33: its NCM code is 8903.33.00.
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 8903.33
What is HS code 890333?
HS code 890333 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Motorboats; (other than outboard motorboats), for pleasure or sports, other than inflatable, of a length exceeding 24m. This HS code covers superyachts and megayachts, which are large, luxurious motor vessels primarily used for private leisure, charter, or corporate entertainment. These are often custom-built or semi-custom, featuring advanced technology, opulent interiors, and extensive amenities. The international trade in these vessels is a highly specialized, high-value market, involving ultra-high-net-worth individuals, yacht management companies, and charter operators. European shipyards, particularly in Italy, the Netherlands, and Germany, dominate the export market, renowned for their engineering prowess and design excellence. Importers are global, with significant demand from the USA, Middle East, and Mediterranean countries. Key aspects of this trade include bespoke design contracts, complex financing, specialized transport logistics, and adherence to international maritime regulations. The market is influenced by global wealth distribution, luxury trends, and geopolitical stability.
What products fall under HS code 890333?
Superyachts, Megayachts, Luxury motor yachts, Expedition yachts, Custom motor yachts, Charter yachts, Displacement yachts
What are common misclassifications for HS code 890333?
Misclassification might occur with 890323 (sailboats >24m) if the primary propulsion is not clearly motor-driven, or potentially 890110 (cruise ships) if the vessel's purpose is misinterpreted as commercial passenger transport.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 890333?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 890333 in UN Comtrade data were the Netherlands ($5.9B, 54% of world exports), Italy ($3.0B) and Türkiye ($478M). World exports came to about $10.9B, 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 890333?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 890333 in UN Comtrade data were the Netherlands ($3.1B, 41% of world imports), the Cayman Islands (about $1.2B) and the United States ($467M). World imports came to about $7.6B, 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 890333 structured?
HS code 890333 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 (33) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 890333?
In Brazil, HS code 890333 is NCM 8903.33.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.