U.S. exports of Sailboats Exceeding 24 Meters (HS 890323) totaled $270K in August 2026, exported to 6 countries.
Last updated: August 2026 dataLarge sailing vessels over 24 meters — superyachts, tall ships, and expedition-class cruisers — are among the highest-value pleasure craft imported into the United States, and the US schedule currently lists a single 10-digit tariff line (8903230020) covering non-auxiliary-motor vessels in this size class. South Africa and Italy lead supply under this heading, with the United Kingdom and France also present, reflecting the bespoke, low-volume nature of large sailing yacht construction. Given the high transaction values involved, accurate appraisement and the applicability of any first-sale or assists provisions are frequently scrutinized at entry.
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The single active line (8903230020) covers non-auxiliary-motor sailing vessels exceeding 24 meters. If a vessel in this size range is fitted with an auxiliary motor, importers should consult a licensed customs broker to determine whether classification shifts to a different subheading, as the current children array does not include a dedicated auxiliary-motor line at this length tier.
For bespoke vessels without a comparable market sale, CBP may use the transaction value of the sale to the US buyer, but will scrutinize assists (owner-furnished equipment, design fees paid separately) and related-party pricing. Importers of high-value custom builds should prepare a detailed cost breakdown and be ready to support value under the deductive or computed value methods if transaction value is challenged.
Subheading 8 of 11 in heading 8903
Subheading 890323 · $270K of $179.7M
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Imports
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Exports
$270KYoY · free account
Low of 9 reported months · imports
Low · free accountOver the twelve months to August 2026, the U.S. imported $3.7M of Sailboats Exceeding 24 Meters and exported $3.4M.
Fewer than 6 of the last 12 months reported trade, or the latest month was under $500K; the trend chart is not shown for thin series.
Through August 2026 · imports 9 of 12 months reported. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.
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HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Imports for consumption | Average duty rate | Dutiable Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8903230015 | Sailboats, With Auxiliary Motor, Gt 24m in Length | — | -- | -- |
| 8903230020 | Sailboats, Without Auxiliary Motor, Gt 24m in Length | — | -- | -- |
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 8903230020 | Sailboats, Without Auxiliary Motor, Gt 24m in Length | $216K |
| 8903230015 | Sailboats, With Auxiliary Motor, Gt 24m in Length | $54K |
Import lines come from the U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule and export lines from Schedule B. The two are numbered by different agencies, so the same 10-digit code can appear in both tables describing a different product.
Exports · August 2026
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Bahamas and Canada together take 90% of it.
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rate provision · imports
None recorded for this period.