Product classification
HS code for Dinghy: 8903.12
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.
Classification of dinghy under HS 8903.12
The classification of a dinghy under HS code 8903.12 is determined by its primary function as a vessel for pleasure or sports and its specific physical characteristics. Chapter 89 of the Harmonized System covers ships, boats, and floating structures. Within this chapter, heading 8903 is dedicated to yachts and other vessels for pleasure or sports, including rowing boats and canoes. The subheading 8903.12 specifically identifies inflatable vessels that are not designed to be used with a motor and have an unladen (net) weight not exceeding 100 kg. This classification is precise; if the vessel were designed for a motor, it would shift to 8903.11, and if it exceeded the weight limit or was not inflatable, other subheadings would apply. The determination relies on General Interpretative Rule (GRI) 1, which dictates that classification is determined by the terms of the headings and any relative section or chapter notes. Since the dinghy is inflatable and lacks motor mounts or design features for propulsion other than oars or paddles, and falls under the weight threshold, 8903.12 is the legally correct code.
- Covers
- Inflatable rowing dinghies
- Inflatable canoes and kayaks under 100kg
- Rigid hull inflatable boats (RIBs) without motor mounts
- Inflatable life rafts for pleasure craft
- Also under 8903.12
- Intex Mariner 4
- Sevylor Caravelle
- Bestway Hydro-Force Raft
- small inflatable tenders without motor mounts
- Coleman inflatable boats
Codes often confused with 8903.12
Common mistake. This code is frequently confused with 8903.11, which covers inflatable vessels designed to be used with a motor. Even if a motor is not present at the time of import, if the hull has a transom or mounting bracket designed for one, 8903.11 applies. Additionally, small inflatable items intended for children may be misclassified here but should actually fall under 9503.00 as toys if they are not seaworthy.
Top exporters and importers of HS 890312 (the code used for dinghy), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 890312 (the code used for dinghy) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 59% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was France, with 17% 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 890312, not only dinghy.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $61M 59% of world exports
- 2 France $9.7M 9.3% of world exports
- 3 Vietnam* ~$7.7M 7.4% of world exports · partner records ↗
World total: $104M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 France $17M 17% of world imports
- 2 Germany $12M 12% of world imports
- 3 United States $11M 11% of world imports
World total: $98M 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 dinghy
Brazil classifies dinghy under NCM 8903.12.00: HS 8903.12 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about dinghy
What is the HS code for Dinghy?
The HS code for Dinghy is 890312 (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). The HS code for an inflatable dinghy not designed for a motor and weighing under 100kg is 8903.12.
How do I classify Dinghy for customs?
Dinghy is classified under HS code 890312 — 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 is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does this code include rigid dinghies?
No, rigid (non-inflatable) dinghies are classified under 8903.23 or 8903.33 depending on their length and propulsion type.
Which countries are the top exporters of dinghy (HS 890312)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 890312 (the code used for dinghy) in UN Comtrade data were China ($61M, 59% of world exports), France ($9.7M) and Vietnam (about $7.7M). World exports came to about $104M, 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 dinghy (HS 890312)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 890312 (the code used for dinghy) in UN Comtrade data were France ($17M, 17% of world imports), Germany ($12M) and the United States ($11M). World imports came to about $98M, 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 Dinghy the same in all countries?
The base HS code 890312 for Dinghy 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 dinghy in Brazil?
In Brazil, dinghy (HS 890312) is classified under NCM 8903.12.00.