Hull Identification Number (HIN) — Canada
Regulation SOR/2010-91 · Federal — Canada
§The Law
SOR/2010-91 — Regulation SOR/2010-91
“Every pleasure craft hull must have a Hull Identification Number permanently marked by the manufacturer or importer on the transom.”
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The HIN is like your boat's VIN number. It's stamped or molded into the transom (rear) of the hull by the manufacturer and cannot be removed.
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Specific Requirements
12-character alphanumeric code
Permanently affixed on transom
Also inside the hull in a secondary location
Never altered or removed
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- Regulation
- SOR/2010-91
- Jurisdiction
- 🇨🇦 Federal — Canada
- Category
- Marine & Boating Law
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