Tugs and pusher craft

HS v2017 Code: 8904

Chapter	Heading	Sub-heading
89	04	n/a

Code	8904
Version	HS v2017
Hierarchy Level	4
Datasource	WCO
Chapter	89

Ancestor Codes: Ships, boats and floating structures

This Code: Tugs and pusher craft

Child Codes: Tugs and pusher craft

Sibling Codes (Nearest 5): Cruise ships, excursion boats, ferry-boats, cargo ships, barges and similar vessels for the transport of persons or goods; 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; 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; Vessels; other, including warships and lifeboats, other than rowing boats

About tugs and pusher craft

HS code 8904 covers tugs and pusher craft, which are essential vessels in the maritime industry. These specialized boats play a crucial role in assisting larger ships, such as cargo vessels and tankers, by providing maneuvering and towing assistance in harbors, ports, and other waterways. Tugs and pusher craft are vital for the efficient and safe movement of goods and resources across the global supply chain, making them an integral part of the broader import/export economy.

Production process

The production of tugs and pusher craft involves a range of specialized techniques and processes. These vessels are typically constructed using steel or aluminum, with a focus on durability and maneuverability. The hull design is optimized for towing and pushing capabilities, often featuring a reinforced bow and stern. Propulsion systems, such as diesel engines or electric motors, are carefully selected to provide the necessary power and control. Advanced navigation and communication equipment are also integrated to ensure the safety and efficiency of these vessels.

Production inputs

The production of tugs and pusher craft requires a variety of inputs, including steel or aluminum for the hull, high-performance engines or electric motors, specialized propulsion systems, and advanced navigation and control systems. Additionally, these vessels require skilled labor, engineering expertise, and access to specialized shipbuilding facilities and equipment.

Production outputs

Tugs and pusher craft (HS code 8904) are primarily used to assist larger vessels, such as 8901 Cruise ships, excursion boats, ferry-boats, cargo ships, barges and similar vessels and 8902 Fishing vessels; factory ships and other vessels for processing or preserving fishery products. These specialized boats help to maneuver and tow these larger vessels, particularly in confined waterways or during docking and undocking operations. The output of this industry is essential for the efficient and safe movement of goods and resources across the global supply chain.

Family tree for tugs and pusher craft

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/89'>89: Ships, boats and floating structures</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/8904'>8904: Tugs and pusher craft</a>"]

    A --> C["<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 --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/8902'>8902: Fishing vessels, factory ships and other vessels; for processing or preserving fishery products</a>"]
A --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/8903'>8903: Yachts and other vessels; for pleasure or sports, rowing boats and canoes</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>"]

    B --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/890400'>890400: Tugs and pusher craft</a>"]


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