Rate at a Glance
Chapter 89
GST rate guide
Ships, boats and other vessels are generally taxed at 5%. Yachts and vessels for pleasure or sports attract 40%.
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Rates reflect GST changes effective 22 September 2025. Confirm the rate for your exact product description before filing.
All 8 HSN codes under 8901
| HSN code | Description |
|---|---|
| 89011010 | Cruise ships, excursion boats and similar vessels principally designed for the transport of persons; ferry-boats of all kinds: ships |
| 89011020 | Cruise ships, excursion boats and similar vessels principally designed for the transport of persons; ferry-boats of all kinds: launches |
| 89011030 | Cruise ships, excursion boats and similar vessels principally designed for the transport of persons; ferry-boats of all kinds: boats |
| 89011040 | Cruise ships, excursion boats and similar vessels principally designed for the transport of persons; ferry-boats of all kinds: barges |
| 89011090 | Cruise ships, excursion boats and similar vessels principally designed for the transport of persons; ferry-boats of all kinds: other |
| 89012000 | Tankers |
| 89013000 | Refrigerated vessels, other than those of sub-heading 8901 20 |
| 89019000 | Other vessels for transport of the goods and other vessels for the transport of both persons and goods |
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