Vessels and other floating structures for breaking up (scrapping)
Vessels and other floating structures for breaking up (scrapping)
Duty Rate (from China)
Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Except as provided in headings 9903.88.05, 9903.88.06, 9903.88.07, 9903.88.08, 9903.88.10, 9903.88.11, 9903.88.14, 9903.88.19, 9903.88.50, 9903.88.52, 9903.88.58, 9903.88.60, 9903.88.62, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(a) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(b) [to this subchapter]
Products classified under HTS 8908.00.00.00
Retired Tugboat for Shipbreaking
A harbor tug obsolete due to engine failure, destined for scrapping. Classified HTS 8908.00.00.00 as vessel for breaking up, with towing gear intact but inoperable. Compact design for port assist.
Decommissioned Oil Tanker for Scrapping
A large seagoing vessel previously used for transporting crude oil, now imported specifically for dismantling and recycling at a shipbreaking yard. It falls under HTS 8908.00.00.00 as it is designated for breaking up, with no intention of further operational use. The hull and superstructure are intact but obsolete.
Obsolete Bulk Carrier for Shipbreaking
A single-deck bulk carrier designed for dry cargo like ore and coal, now past its service life and imported for scrapping. Classified under HTS 8908.00.00.00 due to its designation for breaking up into recyclable materials. It retains its floating structure but lacks economic viability for repair.
Retired Container Ship for Dismantling
A cellular container vessel no longer viable for liner service, imported to a shipbreaking facility for recycling. It is classified in HTS 8908.00.00.00 as a floating structure intended solely for breaking up. Containers have been offloaded, leaving the hull for scrap.
Decommissioned Cruise Ship for Scrapping
A passenger cruise liner removed from service due to age and high maintenance costs, imported for complete dismantling. Falls under HTS 8908.00.00.00 as a vessel for breaking up, with interiors stripped for scrap metal recovery. It floats but is non-operational.
Old Ferry Vessel for Shipbreaking
A roll-on/roll-off ferryboat past its operational life, destined for scrapping at a coastal yard. Classified under HTS 8908.00.00.00 for vessels and floating structures imported explicitly for breaking up. Propulsion systems remain but are non-functional.
Scrap Offshore Supply Vessel
A platform supply vessel (PSV) retired from oilfield support, imported for recycling. It qualifies for HTS 8908.00.00.00 as a floating structure for breaking up, with cargo tanks emptied. Designed for deck cargo and fuel supply but now obsolete.
Disused Fishing Trawler for Dismantling
A stern trawler no longer fishing due to quota restrictions, imported for shipbreaking. Under HTS 8908.00.00.00 for breaking up, with nets and gear removed. Steel hull suitable for recycling.
Obsolete Warship Hull for Scrapping
A decommissioned naval frigate with weapons systems removed, imported for breaking. Classified in HTS 8908.00.00.00 as a vessel for scrapping, retaining military-grade steel hull. No armament remains.
Floating Dry Dock for Breaking Up
A non-self-propelled floating dry dock obsolete for ship repair, imported for scrapping. It is a floating structure under HTS 8908.00.00.00 designated for breaking up into steel plates. Retains pontoon design.
Scrap Pontoon Barge
A deck cargo barge past service life, imported for dismantling at breaker. Falls under HTS 8908.00.00.00 for floating structures for breaking up. Flat-bottomed with no self-propulsion.
Obsolete Jack-Up Rig for Dismantling
A mobile offshore drilling unit (jack-up rig) retired, imported as floating structure for breaking. Under HTS 8908.00.00.00 for scrapping, legs retracted for towing. Not a vessel but floating platform.
Scrap Hopper Barge
A dredge spoil disposal barge no longer in use, for shipbreaking. HTS 8908.00.00.00 applies to this floating structure for breaking up. Hopper doors non-operational.
Decommissioned Research Vessel for Scrapping
Oceanographic survey ship retired, imported for dismantling. Classified HTS 8908.00.00.00 for breaking up, labs emptied. Equipped for scientific missions previously.
Floating Crane Barge for Breaking
Sheerleg crane barge obsolete, for scrapping as floating structure. HTS 8908.00.00.00 for breaking up, crane derrick intact but unsafe.