HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 8903.93 – Vessels; (other than sailboats and motorboats), for pleasure or sports, other than inflatable, of a length not exceeding 7.5m
HS code 8903.93 is the 6-digit subheading for vessels, (other than sailboats and motorboats), for pleasure or sports, other than inflatable, of a length not exceeding 7.5m. It is used for recreational kayaks, canoes, rowing boats, pedal boats and small sculls.
What HS 8903.93 covers
This category captures smaller, non-inflatable pleasure or sports vessels that are neither traditional sailboats nor motorboats. This often includes specialized craft like rowing boats, canoes, kayaks, pedal boats, and other human-powered or uniquely propelled recreational vessels. The international trade for these items is driven by outdoor enthusiasts, sports clubs, and rental businesses. Manufacturers are often specialized in lightweight materials and ergonomic designs, with exports reaching a global market. Importers are typically distributors, sporting goods retailers, or tourism operators in areas with suitable waterways. Key trade considerations include material durability (e.g., fiberglass, polyethylene), portability, safety features, and compliance with local recreational boating regulations. The market is influenced by trends in outdoor recreation, environmental awareness, and accessibility to natural water bodies.
- Covers
- Recreational kayaks
- Canoes
- Rowing boats
- Pedal boats
- Small sculls
- Stand-up paddleboards (rigid)
- Dinghies (non-motorized)
- Examples
- Hobie Mirage Passport
- Old Town Discovery 119
- Perception Swifty Deluxe 9.5
- Pelican Sentinel 100X
- Oru Kayak Beach LT
Codes often confused with 8903.93
Common mistake. This code could be confused with 890331 (small motorboats) if a small auxiliary motor is present and its primary function is misjudged, or 890310 (inflatable vessels) if the material is not clearly identified as non-inflatable.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 890393, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 890393 in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 23% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 49% 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 United States $141M 23% of world exports
- 2 Canada $86M 14% of world exports
- 3 China $71M 12% of world exports
World total: $609M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $609M 49% of world imports
- 2 Brazil $120M 9.6% of world imports
- 3 Australia $75M 6.0% of world imports
World total: $1.2B 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 8903.93
Brazil does not split HS 8903.93: its NCM code is 8903.93.00.
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 8903.93
What is HS code 890393?
HS code 890393 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Vessels; (other than sailboats and motorboats), for pleasure or sports, other than inflatable, of a length not exceeding 7.5m. This category captures smaller, non-inflatable pleasure or sports vessels that are neither traditional sailboats nor motorboats. This often includes specialized craft like rowing boats, canoes, kayaks, pedal boats, and other human-powered or uniquely propelled recreational vessels. The international trade for these items is driven by outdoor enthusiasts, sports clubs, and rental businesses. Manufacturers are often specialized in lightweight materials and ergonomic designs, with exports reaching a global market. Importers are typically distributors, sporting goods retailers, or tourism operators in areas with suitable waterways. Key trade considerations include material durability (e.g., fiberglass, polyethylene), portability, safety features, and compliance with local recreational boating regulations. The market is influenced by trends in outdoor recreation, environmental awareness, and accessibility to natural water bodies.
What products fall under HS code 890393?
Recreational kayaks, Canoes, Rowing boats, Pedal boats, Small sculls, Stand-up paddleboards (rigid), Dinghies (non-motorized)
What are common misclassifications for HS code 890393?
This code could be confused with 890331 (small motorboats) if a small auxiliary motor is present and its primary function is misjudged, or 890310 (inflatable vessels) if the material is not clearly identified as non-inflatable.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 890393?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 890393 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($141M, 23% of world exports), Canada ($86M) and China ($71M). World exports came to about $609M, 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 890393?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 890393 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($609M, 49% of world imports), Brazil ($120M) and Australia ($75M). World imports came to about $1.2B, 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 890393 structured?
HS code 890393 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 (93) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 890393?
In Brazil, HS code 890393 is NCM 8903.93.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.