Product classification
HS code for Superyacht: 8903.33
Motorboats, (other than outboard motorboats), for pleasure or sports, other than inflatable, of a length exceeding 24m.
Classification of superyacht under HS 8903.33
Superyachts are classified under HS code 8903.33, which specifically identifies motorboats (other than outboard motorboats) designed for pleasure or sports, provided they are not inflatable and have a length exceeding 24 meters. This classification is determined by the General Rules for the Interpretation (GRI) of the Harmonized System, specifically focusing on the vessel's primary function and physical dimensions. Chapter 89 covers ships, boats, and floating structures, while heading 8903 is dedicated to yachts and other vessels for pleasure or sports. The subheading 8903.33 is the highest tier for motor-driven pleasure craft, reflecting the significant scale and engineering requirements of vessels over 24 meters. Classification depends strictly on the hull length measurement as defined by international maritime standards, excluding bowsprits or other non-structural attachments.
- Covers
- Luxury motor yachts exceeding 24 meters
- Mega yachts and giga yachts
- Expedition yachts with motor propulsion
- Tri-deck motor yachts
- Custom-built pleasure craft over 24m
- Also under 8903.33
- Lürssen Azzam
- Feadship Venus
- Oceanco Black Pearl
- Benetti IJE
- Amels 242
Codes often confused with 8903.33
Common mistake. Superyachts are frequently confused with HS code 8903.32, which covers motorboats between 7.5 and 24 meters. The 24-meter threshold is a critical legal boundary in customs; even a few centimeters can change the duty rate or regulatory requirements. Additionally, sailing superyachts (even those with auxiliary engines) must be classified under 8903.23 rather than 8903.33. Commercial vessels used for transport or research are classified under 8901, even if they share similar hull designs.
Top exporters and importers of HS 890333 (the code used for superyacht), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 890333 (the code used for superyacht) in UN Comtrade data was the Netherlands, with 54% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the Netherlands, with 41% 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 890333, not only superyacht.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Netherlands $5.9B 54% of world exports
- 2 Italy $3.0B 27% of world exports
- 3 Türkiye $478M 4.4% of world exports
World total: $10.9B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Netherlands $3.1B 41% of world imports
- 2 Cayman Islands* ~$1.2B 16% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 3 United States $467M 6.2% of world imports
World total: $7.6B 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 superyacht
Brazil classifies superyacht under NCM 8903.33.00: HS 8903.33 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about superyacht
What is the HS code for Superyacht?
The HS code for Superyacht is 890333 (Motorboats; (other than outboard motorboats), for pleasure or sports, other than inflatable, of a length exceeding 24m). The HS code for a motor-driven superyacht exceeding 24 meters in length is 8903.33.
How do I classify Superyacht for customs?
Superyacht is classified under HS code 890333 — Motorboats; (other than outboard motorboats), for pleasure or sports, other than inflatable, of a length exceeding 24m. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does this code include sailing yachts with motors?
No, sailing yachts, regardless of whether they have an auxiliary motor, are classified under subheading 8903.21, 8903.22, or 8903.23 depending on their length.
Which countries are the top exporters of superyacht (HS 890333)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 890333 (the code used for superyacht) in UN Comtrade data were the Netherlands ($5.9B, 54% of world exports), Italy ($3.0B) and Türkiye ($478M). World exports came to about $10.9B, 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.
Which countries are the top importers of superyacht (HS 890333)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 890333 (the code used for superyacht) in UN Comtrade data were the Netherlands ($3.1B, 41% of world imports), the Cayman Islands (about $1.2B) and the United States ($467M). World imports came to about $7.6B, 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 Superyacht the same in all countries?
The base HS code 890333 for Superyacht 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 superyacht in Brazil?
In Brazil, superyacht (HS 890333) is classified under NCM 8903.33.00.