U.S. exports of Vessels, Excluding Scrap (End-Use 22200) totaled $847K in August 2026, exported to 34 countries.
Last updated: August 2026 dataOceangoing ships, barges, tugs, and other watercraft exported from the US — excluding hulks sold for scrapping — are tracked in this end-use category, which reflects US shipyard output and the re-export of foreign-built vessels that have undergone significant repair or modification domestically. The Jones Act (Merchant Marine Act of 1920) shapes the domestic vessel market, but export transactions are governed by EAR and, for certain naval-architecture or propulsion technology, may require BIS review. Vessel identity documentation, including IMO numbers and flag-state registration, is integral to the export filing process.
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End-Use codes describe different products on the import and export sides. Cross-direction imports are not shown for this slug.
Exporters must file Electronic Export Information in AES and provide vessel identification details such as the IMO number, flag state, and intended use. If the vessel incorporates controlled technology or propulsion systems, an EAR license determination is required before export. The US Coast Guard may also need to be notified of flag transfers.
The Jones Act restricts coastwise trade to US-built, US-flagged vessels but does not prohibit export. However, a US-built vessel sold to a foreign buyer and re-flagged loses its Jones Act eligibility if it later returns to US waters. Trade professionals should advise clients on this restriction when structuring international vessel sales.
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Commodity 31 of 31 in category 2
Commodity 22200 · $847K of $69.6B
Exports · August 2026
destination
Canada and Mexico together take 69% of it.
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Census does not publish district detail for this classification system.
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Exports
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Through August 2026 · exports 8 of 12 months reported. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.