U.S. exports of Vessels and Floating Structures for Scrapping (Breaking Up) (HS 890800) totaled $6K in August 2026, exported to 2 countries.
Last updated: August 2026 dataVessels and floating structures imported specifically for breaking up and scrapping enter under a single tariff line (8908000000), a classification that requires clear documentation of the scrapping intent at the time of entry. China, the United Kingdom, and Denmark are the recorded US import sources under this heading. Environmental compliance is a significant concern: the Basel Convention and US EPA regulations governing hazardous waste (including asbestos, PCBs, and heavy metals commonly found in older vessels) may apply to the scrapping process, and facilities must meet applicable federal and state environmental standards.
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CBP requires that the intent to scrap be declared at entry, typically supported by a contract with a licensed ship-breaking facility and evidence that the vessel is no longer seaworthy or commercially viable. If the vessel is later diverted to operational use, it may be subject to reclassification and additional duties. A binding ruling from CBP is advisable for high-value or ambiguous cases.
US ship recycling facilities must comply with EPA regulations under TSCA (for PCBs and asbestos), RCRA (for hazardous waste), and applicable Clean Water Act permits. The US has not ratified the Hong Kong Convention on ship recycling, but the EPA's Vessel Dismantling Rule and state-level environmental requirements impose significant compliance obligations. Importers should confirm that the receiving facility holds all required permits before contracting for scrapping.
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8908000000 | Vessels & Floating Structures for Scrapping | — | -- | -- |
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 8908000000 | Vessels & Floating Structures for Scrapping | $6K |
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.
Subheading 1 of 1 in heading 8908
Subheading 890800 · $6K of $6K
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Low of 3 reported months · imports
Low · free accountOver the twelve months to August 2026, the U.S. imported $26K of Vessels and Floating Structures for Scrapping (Breaking Up).
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 3 of 12 months reported, exports 6 of 12 months reported. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.
Exports · August 2026
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Egypt and Mexico together take 100% of it.
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rate provision · imports
None recorded for this period.