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Duties, tariffs and fees

HTS (Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States)

The Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS) classifies imported goods with 10-digit numbers and sets their duty rates.

What does HTS (Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States) mean?

The U.S. International Trade Commission publishes the HTSUS. Its first six digits follow the international Harmonized System of the World Customs Organization. The United States adds digits at the national level.

The entry reports the full 10-digit HTS number of each line. Chapters 1 to 97 classify the goods, Chapter 98 holds special provisions and Chapter 99 holds temporary and additional duties.

Classification follows the General Rules of Interpretation and the section, chapter and subheading notes. Goods are classified at the heading level first, and then at the subheading level.

CBP, not the importer, makes the final decision on the correct rate of duty. An importer can ask CBP for a binding ruling before import (19 CFR 177.1).

What does it mean for your shipment?

Use the search at hts.usitc.gov for a first idea, then confirm the number with your broker. A different number can change the duty and the Chapter 99 lines.

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