Product classification
HS code for Excursion boat: 8901.10
Cruise ships, excursion boats and similar vessels, principally designed for the transport of persons, ferry boats of all kinds.
Classification of excursion boat under HS 8901.10
Excursion boats are classified under HS code 8901.10, which covers cruise ships, excursion boats, and similar vessels principally designed for the transport of persons. This classification is part of Chapter 89, which encompasses ships, boats, and floating structures. The primary criterion for classification under 8901.10 is the vessel's functional design: it must be intended for the commercial transport of passengers. This distinguishes these vessels from cargo ships or tankers. The heading includes a wide range of vessels, from large ocean-going cruise liners to smaller river-based sightseeing boats, provided they are not primarily intended for private recreational use or sports. The determination between 8901 and 8903 (yachts) often depends on whether the vessel is used for commercial "carriage" or private "pleasure." For a vessel to fall under 8901.10, it must have the capacity and safety certifications required for public transport or commercial tour operations.
- Covers
- Commercial cruise ships
- River excursion boats and sightseeing vessels
- Ferry boats of all kinds (hydrofoils, catamarans)
- Water taxis designed for public transport
- Cable ferries and passenger tenders
- Also under 8901.10
- Royal Caribbean's Oasis of the Seas
- Viking River Cruises' Viking Longships
- BC Ferries' Spirit of British Columbia
- P&O Ferries' Spirit of Britain
- Carnival Cruise Line's Mardi Gras
Codes often confused with 8901.10
Common mistake. The most common misclassification occurs with HS code 8903, which covers yachts and other vessels for pleasure or sports. If a boat is used for private recreation rather than commercial passenger transport, it must be classified under 8903. Additionally, small inflatable boats are often misclassified here but belong in 8903.10. Another confusion arises with 8906, which covers other vessels like warships or lifeboats, which do not have the primary purpose of transporting persons for profit.
Top exporters and importers of HS 890110 (the code used for excursion boat), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 890110 (the code used for excursion boat) in UN Comtrade data was France, with 43% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the Bahamas, with about 28% 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 890110, not only excursion boat.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 France $9.0B 43% of world exports
- 2 Italy $4.9B 23% of world exports
- 3 Germany $3.5B 17% of world exports
World total: $21.0B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Bahamas* ~$1.7B 28% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 2 Germany $1.3B 23% of world imports
- 3 Malta $572M 9.7% of world imports
World total: $5.9B 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 excursion boat
Brazil classifies excursion boat under NCM 8901.10.00: HS 8901.10 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about excursion boat
What is the HS code for Excursion boat?
The HS code for Excursion boat is 890110 (Cruise ships, excursion boats and similar vessels, principally designed for the transport of persons, ferry boats of all kinds). The HS code for an excursion boat is 8901.10.
How do I classify Excursion boat for customs?
Excursion boat is classified under HS code 890110 — Cruise ships, excursion boats and similar vessels, principally designed for the transport of persons, ferry boats of all kinds. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
How do I distinguish between a ferry and a yacht in HS codes?
A ferry is classified under 8901.10 because it is designed for the commercial transport of persons, whereas a yacht is classified under 8903 as it is designed for private pleasure or sports.
Which countries are the top exporters of excursion boat (HS 890110)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 890110 (the code used for excursion boat) in UN Comtrade data were France ($9.0B, 43% of world exports), Italy ($4.9B) and Germany ($3.5B). World exports came to about $21.0B, 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 excursion boat (HS 890110)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 890110 (the code used for excursion boat) in UN Comtrade data were the Bahamas (about $1.7B, 28% of world imports), Germany ($1.3B) and Malta ($572M). World imports came to about $5.9B, 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.
Is the HS code for Excursion boat the same in all countries?
The base HS code 890110 for Excursion boat 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 excursion boat in Brazil?
In Brazil, excursion boat (HS 890110) is classified under NCM 8901.10.00.