Fishing vessels, factory ships and other vessels; for processing or preserving fishery products

HS v2022 Code: 8902

Chapter	Heading	Sub-heading
89	02	n/a

Code	8902
Version	HS v2022
Hierarchy Level	4
Datasource	WCO
Chapter	89

Ancestor Codes: Ships, boats and floating structures

This Code: Fishing vessels, factory ships and other vessels; for processing or preserving fishery products

Child Codes: Fishing vessels, factory ships and other vessels; for processing or preserving fishery products

Sibling Codes (Nearest 5): Cruise ships, excursion boats, ferry-boats, cargo ships, barges and similar vessels for the transport of persons or goods; Yachts and other vessels; for pleasure or sports, rowing boats and canoes; Tugs and pusher craft; 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 fishing vessels, factory ships and other vessels; for processing or preserving fishery products

HS code 8902 covers a diverse range of vessels used in the fishing industry, including fishing boats, factory ships, and other specialized vessels. These vessels play a crucial role in the global seafood supply chain, enabling the harvesting, processing, and preservation of fishery products. As an integral part of the broader maritime economy, the 8902 industry contributes significantly to food security, employment, and international trade.

Production process

Vessels classified under HS code 8902 are typically designed and constructed with specific features to support their intended functions. Fishing boats are often equipped with advanced navigation systems, fishing gear, and storage facilities to enable efficient catch and preservation. Factory ships, on the other hand, are outfitted with specialized equipment for on-board processing, such as freezing, canning, or smoking, to preserve the quality of the catch. The production of these vessels involves a range of engineering and manufacturing processes, including hull design, engine installation, and the integration of specialized equipment.

Production inputs

The production of HS code 8902 vessels requires a variety of inputs, including steel or other durable materials for the hull, engines and propulsion systems, navigational and fishing equipment, and specialized processing machinery. Additionally, the industry relies on skilled labor, such as shipwrights, marine engineers, and technicians, to design, construct, and maintain these vessels. The availability of these resources, as well as access to ports and shipyards, are crucial factors in the development and growth of the 8902 industry.

Production outputs

Vessels classified under HS code 8902 are the primary means of harvesting, transporting, and processing fishery products. The output of this industry includes a wide range of seafood products, such as fresh, frozen, or canned fish, as well as other marine-based commodities. These outputs are then consumed by various downstream industries, including 1604 Prepared or preserved fish; caviar and caviar substitutes prepared from fish eggs, 1605 Crustaceans, molluscs and other aquatic invertebrates, prepared or preserved, and the broader food and beverage sector.

Family tree for fishing vessels, factory ships and other vessels; for processing or preserving fishery products

    graph LR
    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/89'>89: Ships, boats and floating structures</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/8902'>8902: Fishing vessels, factory ships and other vessels; for processing or preserving fishery products</a>"]

    A --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/8901'>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/v2022/8903'>8903: Yachts and other vessels; for pleasure or sports, rowing boats and canoes</a>"]
A --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/8904'>8904: Tugs and pusher craft</a>"]
A --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/8905'>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/v2022/8906'>8906: Vessels; other, including warships and lifeboats, other than rowing boats</a>"]
A --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/8907'>8907: Boats, floating structures, other (for e.g. rafts, tanks, coffer-dams, landing stages, buoys and beacons)</a>"]
A --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/8908'>8908: Vessels and other floating structures; for breaking up</a>"]

    B --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/890200'>890200: Fishing vessels, factory ships and other vessels; for processing or preserving fishery products</a>"]


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