How to determine HTS code?
In this article we look at how many trade compliance professionals approach HS classification. We will not cover the general rules of interpretation of the harmonized system in this article,…
HS Code
The Harmonized Commodity Description and Coding System, which is also known as the Harmonized System (HS) of tariff nomenclature is a globally recognized, utilized, and harmonized system of descriptions, names,…
Rule 3 General Interpretative Rules of HS Classification
In this third part of our series of articles covering each of the 6 rules for HS Classification, we look at the third general interpretative rule. which is split up…
What is tariff engineering?
Tariff engineering refers to the actions that traders sometimes take to reduce the Customs duties they pay on imports into any country. Tariff engineering can take many forms, such as…
Rule 2 General Interpretative Rules of HS Classification
This is part 2 in a series of posts explaining the use of World Customs Organization's rules relating to HS classification. You can find the first article here: General Rules…
Rule 1 General Interpretative Rules of HS Classification
Customs authorities in most parts of the world require traders to classify their imports and exports according to the 6 rules of classification published by the World Customs Organization or…
