Product classification
HS code for Sailboat: 8903.22
Sailboats, (other than inflatable) with or without auxiliary motor, for pleasure or sports, of a length exceeding 7.5m but not exceeding 24m.
Classification of sailboat under HS 8903.22
Sailboats with a length exceeding 7.5 meters but not exceeding 24 meters are classified under HS code 8903.22. Chapter 89 of the Harmonized System covers ships, boats, and floating structures, while heading 8903 specifically addresses yachts and other vessels for pleasure or sports. The classification within this heading is determined by the method of propulsion and the length of the vessel. Subheading 8903.22 is reserved for sailboats, which are vessels primarily designed to be propelled by sails, even if they are equipped with an auxiliary motor. The measurement of length is taken from the tip of the bow to the stern, excluding any removable equipment like bowsprits. This code is used for medium-sized pleasure craft used for racing, cruising, or private recreation. The vessel must be of a non-inflatable type to fall under this specific subheading.
- Covers
- Cruising sailboats (7.5m to 24m)
- Sailing yachts within the specified length
- Monohull sailboats for pleasure
- Multihull sailboats (catamarans/trimarans) within length limits
- Sailboats with auxiliary inboard or outboard motors
- Also under 8903.22
- Beneteau Oceanis 46.1
- Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 440
- Hallberg-Rassy 40C
- Oyster 565
- X-Yachts X4.9
- Lagoon 42 (catamaran)
Codes often confused with 8903.22
Common mistake. The most frequent misclassification involves HS code 8903.21, which is for sailboats 7.5 meters or less, or 8903.23, which is for sailboats exceeding 24 meters. Accurate measurement is critical for correct coding. Additionally, motorboats (without sails) are classified under 8903.31 through 8903.33. Inflatable sailboats are excluded from 8903.22 and must be classified under 8903.11 or 8903.12. It is also important not to confuse these with commercial fishing vessels, which fall under 8902.
Top exporters and importers of HS 890322 (the code used for sailboat), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 890322 (the code used for sailboat) in UN Comtrade data was France, with 43% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 8.7% of world imports. Greece reports $906M of its chapter 89 imports without product detail (confidential), so it may also belong among the top importers.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 890322, not only sailboat.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 France $906M 43% of world exports
- 2 Germany $167M 8.0% of world exports
- 3 Poland $165M 7.9% of world exports
World total: $2.1B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $120M 8.7% of world imports
- 2 Italy $112M 8.1% of world imports
- 3 Croatia $105M 7.6% of world imports
Greece reports $906M of its chapter 89 imports without product detail (confidential), so it may also belong among the top importers.
World total: $1.4B 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 sailboat
Brazil classifies sailboat under NCM 8903.22.00: HS 8903.22 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about sailboat
What is the HS code for Sailboat?
The HS code for Sailboat is 890322 (Sailboats; (other than inflatable) with or without auxiliary motor, for pleasure or sports, of a length exceeding 7.5m but not exceeding 24m).
How do I classify Sailboat for customs?
Sailboat is classified under HS code 890322 — Sailboats; (other than inflatable) with or without auxiliary motor, for pleasure or sports, of a length exceeding 7.5m but not exceeding 24m. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
What is the HS code for a 10-meter sailboat?
A 10-meter sailboat is classified under HS code 8903.22, as it exceeds 7.5 meters but is less than 24 meters.
Does HS code 8903.22 include the boat's motor?
Yes, sailboats with auxiliary motors are still classified as sailboats under this code, provided the sails are the primary means of propulsion.
Which countries are the top exporters of sailboat (HS 890322)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 890322 (the code used for sailboat) in UN Comtrade data were France ($906M, 43% of world exports), Germany ($167M) and Poland ($165M). World exports came to about $2.1B, 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 sailboat (HS 890322)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 890322 (the code used for sailboat) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($120M, 8.7% of world imports), Italy ($112M) and Croatia ($105M). World imports came to about $1.4B, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Greece reports $906M of its chapter 89 imports without product detail (confidential), so it may also belong among the top importers.
Is the HS code for Sailboat the same in all countries?
The base HS code 890322 for Sailboat 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 sailboat in Brazil?
In Brazil, sailboat (HS 890322) is classified under NCM 8903.22.00.