8903.32.00.15 - Cabin cruisers

This HTS category, 8903.32.00.15, specifically classifies cabin cruisers that are motorboats, not inflatable, and are not powered by an outboard motor. These vessels are characterized by enclosed cabins providing living quarters and are designed for recreational purposes, such as pleasure cruising, fishing, or other sports activities. The defining physical attribute for inclusion in this subcategory is their length, which must exceed 7.5 meters but not surpass 24 meters. Furthermore, the propulsion system must be an inboard or in-outdrive configuration, distinguishing them from vessels with separate outboard motors.

Unlike the sibling category 8903.32.00.20 ("Other"), which serves as a residual for motorboats within this length and propulsion type, 8903.32.00.15 is a specific designation for cabin cruisers. This means that while both might fall under the broader "motorboats, other than inflatable, not including outboard motorboats" heading, this particular code precisely targets vessels featuring enclosed living spaces. The distinction relies on the presence and configuration of cabin amenities for extended occupancy, as well as the integral nature of the inboard/outdrive propulsion system.

As this is a leaf node within the HTS structure, there are no further subcategories to introduce. Classification under 8903.32.00.15 is therefore final for vessels meeting all the stipulated criteria: a motorboat, not inflatable, not an outboard motorboat, with a length between 7.5 and 24 meters, equipped with an inboard/outdrive engine, and designed with cabin accommodations. Importers and exporters should verify these characteristics against the physical specifications and intended use of the vessel to ensure correct classification.