Product classification
HS code for Boat anchor: 7316.00
Iron or steel, anchors, grapnels and parts thereof.
Classification of boat anchor under HS 7316.00
HS code 731600 specifically covers "Anchors, grapnels and parts thereof, of iron or steel." A boat anchor is a device, typically made of iron or steel, used to moor a vessel to the seabed. Its primary function and material composition directly align with this heading. The description is broad enough to encompass various types of anchors (e.g., fluke, plow, claw, mushroom) used for different types of boats and marine conditions, as long as they are constructed from iron or steel. This precise classification ensures that these essential marine components are correctly identified based on their material and purpose, facilitating accurate customs procedures.
- Covers
- Fluke anchors (e.g., Danforth, Fortress).
- Plow anchors (e.g., CQR, Delta).
- Claw anchors (e.g., Bruce).
- Mushroom anchors.
- Grapnel anchors.
- Anchor parts, such as shanks, flukes, or crowns, made of iron or steel.
- Mooring anchors for small vessels or buoys, if made of iron or steel.
- Also under 7316.00
- AC-14 anchors
- Hall anchors
- Delta anchors
- Rocna anchors
- Lewmar anchors
Codes often confused with 7316.00
Common mistake. 732599: This code covers "Other cast articles of iron or steel, not elsewhere specified or included." While some anchors might be cast, 731600 is a more specific and appropriate classification for anchors due to their distinct function. Misclassification could occur if the item is broadly considered a "cast article" without recognizing the specific anchor heading. 890399: This code covers "Yachts and other vessels for pleasure or sports; rowing boats and canoes; other vessels." This is for the vessel itself, not its components or accessories like anchors. While an anchor is used with a boat, it is a separate article. 732690: This code covers "Other articles of iron or steel, not elsewhere specified or included." This is a general residual code for iron or steel articles. Since 731600 specifically names "anchors," it takes precedence over this general code.
Top exporters and importers of HS 731600 (the code used for boat anchor), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 731600 (the code used for boat anchor) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 51% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Brazil, with 16% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 731600, not only boat anchor.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $146M 51% of world exports
- 2 Netherlands $30M 11% of world exports
- 3 Norway $12M 4.0% of world exports
World total: $287M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Brazil $49M 16% of world imports
- 2 United States $37M 12% of world imports
- 3 Italy $15M 5.0% of world imports
World total: $305M 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 boat anchor
Brazil classifies boat anchor under NCM 7316.00.00: HS 7316.00 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about boat anchor
What is the HS code for Boat anchor?
The HS code for Boat anchor is 731600 (Iron or steel; anchors, grapnels and parts thereof). The HS code for boat anchors made of iron or steel is 731600.
How do I classify Boat anchor for customs?
Boat anchor is classified under HS code 731600 — Iron or steel; anchors, grapnels and parts thereof. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does HS code 731600 include anchors made of materials other than iron or steel?
No, HS code 731600 is specifically limited to anchors, grapnels, and parts thereof made of iron or steel. Anchors made from other materials, such as lead or composite materials, would be classified under different headings, typically residual codes for articles of those specific materials, based on their predominant material composition.
Which countries are the top exporters of boat anchor (HS 731600)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 731600 (the code used for boat anchor) in UN Comtrade data were China ($146M, 51% of world exports), the Netherlands ($30M) and Norway ($12M). World exports came to about $287M, 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 boat anchor (HS 731600)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 731600 (the code used for boat anchor) in UN Comtrade data were Brazil ($49M, 16% of world imports), the United States ($37M) and Italy ($15M). World imports came to about $305M, 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.
Is the HS code for Boat anchor the same in all countries?
The base HS code 731600 for Boat anchor is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.
What is the NCM code for boat anchor in Brazil?
In Brazil, boat anchor (HS 731600) is classified under NCM 7316.00.00.