Ships, boats and floating structures

HS v2017 Code: 89

Chapter	Heading	Sub-heading
89	n/a	n/a

Code	89
Version	HS v2017
Hierarchy Level	2
Datasource	WCO

This Code: Ships, boats and floating structures

Child Codes: Vessels and other floating structures; for breaking up; Vessels; other, including warships and lifeboats, other than rowing boats; Light-vessels, fire-floats, dredgers, floating cranes, other vessels; the navigability of which is subsidiary to main function; floating docks, floating, submersible drilling, production platforms; Cruise ships, excursion boats, ferry-boats, cargo ships, barges and similar vessels for the transport of persons or goods; Boats, floating structures, other (for e.g. rafts, tanks, coffer-dams, landing stages, buoys and beacons); Tugs and pusher craft; Fishing vessels, factory ships and other vessels; for processing or preserving fishery products; Yachts and other vessels; for pleasure or sports, rowing boats and canoes

About ships, boats and floating structures

hs code 89 covers a diverse range of maritime vessels, including ships, boats, and other floating structures. This industry plays a vital role in global trade, transportation, and economic development. From cargo ships that transport goods across oceans to recreational boats that support leisure activities, the products classified under hs code 89 are essential components of the global economy.

Production process

The production of ships, boats, and floating structures involves a complex set of processes, including design, engineering, and manufacturing. Shipbuilders utilize a range of techniques, such as steel fabrication, composite material construction, and advanced computer-aided design (CAD) software, to create vessels that are both functional and durable. The construction process often involves the integration of various systems, including propulsion, navigation, and safety equipment.

Production inputs

The production of hs code 89 items requires a significant amount of raw materials, such as steel, aluminum, and composite materials. Additionally, specialized machinery, including welding equipment, cranes, and computer-controlled cutting tools, are essential for the manufacturing process. The industry also relies on skilled labor, including naval architects, marine engineers, and shipyard workers, to design, construct, and maintain these vessels.

Production outputs

The products classified under hs code 89 are primarily used for transportation, recreation, and military purposes. These include 8901 Cruise ships, excursion boats, ferry-boats, cargo ships, barges and similar vessels for the transport of persons or goods, 8902 Fishing vessels; factory ships and other vessels for processing or preserving fishery products, and 8903 Yachts and other vessels for pleasure or sports; rowing boats and canoes. The output of this industry is consumed by a wide range of sectors, including the shipping, tourism, and defense industries.

Family tree for ships, boats and floating structures

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/89'>89: Ships, boats and floating structures</a>"]

    
    A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/8901'>8901: Cruise ships, excursion boats, ferry-boats, cargo ships, barges and similar vessels for the transport of persons or goods</a>"]
A --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/8902'>8902: Fishing vessels, factory ships and other vessels; for processing or preserving fishery products</a>"]
A --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/8903'>8903: Yachts and other vessels; for pleasure or sports, rowing boats and canoes</a>"]
A --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/8904'>8904: Tugs and pusher craft</a>"]
A --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/8905'>8905: Light-vessels, fire-floats, dredgers, floating cranes, other vessels; the navigability of which is subsidiary to main function; floating docks, floating, submersible drilling, production platforms</a>"]
A --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/8906'>8906: Vessels; other, including warships and lifeboats, other than rowing boats</a>"]
A --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/8907'>8907: Boats, floating structures, other (for e.g. rafts, tanks, coffer-dams, landing stages, buoys and beacons)</a>"]
A --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/8908'>8908: Vessels and other floating structures; for breaking up</a>"]


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