Tariff code Archives

HS code engineering

HS code engineering or tariff engineering is the term used to describe a broad set of activities undertaken to change the way a product is classified under WCO's harmonized system…

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…

HS codes, Tariff codes, HSN, ECCNs and Schedule B numbers

Businesses involved in cross border trade may find themselves dealing with several different product classification systems, each with different purposes. It is important for traders to classify their products correctly…

HS Classification of chemicals

HS classification of chemicals is challenging because until most other commodities, it requires technical expertise in chemistry and knowledge of how to determine a HS code using the general rules…

What is the right HS code?

Note: This is an opinion editorial article that will not reach you how to do HS classification. In order to fully enjoy this article, you must already be familiar with…

What are HS Codes?

HS code refers to the Harmonized System of product classification used internationally in the trade of goods. It was created to facilitate the categorization of traded goods in an easy,…

The Others Category in India

Dealing with the “Others” In India In the middle of January 2020, Piyush Goyal, the Indian Minister for Commerce and Industry announced that import restrictions would likely soon be placed…

How to get Singapore HS Code ?

Singapore is a member of the World Customs Organization (WCO) and ASEAN. Hence, the HS code used for imports and exports is based on the 8-digit ASEAN Harmonised Tariff Nomenclature,…

HS Code Classification: A Layman’s Simple Guide

Customs authorities don't have the time to read product descriptions individually before deciding which products can be allowed in or out, what duties or taxes should be applied or whether…