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What is the Harmonized Tariff Schedule?

The Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) is the primary resource for determining tariff classifications for goods imported into the United States. This hierarchical system assigns a unique 10-digit code to each type of imported good.

Understanding HTS Code Structure:

8517.12.0050
  • 85: Chapter (Electrical machinery)
  • 17: Heading (Telephone sets)
  • 12: Subheading (Telephones for cellular networks)
  • 00: Tariff item (Smartphones)
  • 50: Statistical suffix (For trade data)

HTS Chapters & Sections

Chapter 01-05
Animal & Animal Products
Live animals, meat, dairy, eggs
Chapter 06-15
Vegetable Products
Plants, vegetables, fruits, coffee, tea
Chapter 16-24
Foodstuffs
Prepared foods, beverages, tobacco
Chapter 25-27
Mineral Products
Salt, ores, fuels, oils
Chapter 28-38
Chemicals & Allied Industries
Pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, plastics
Chapter 39-40
Plastics & Rubbers
Plastic products, rubber goods
Chapter 41-43
Raw Hides, Skins, Leather
Leather goods, furs
Chapter 44-49
Wood & Wood Products
Lumber, paper, books
Chapter 50-63
Textiles
Fabrics, apparel, footwear
Chapter 64-67
Footwear & Headgear
Shoes, hats, umbrellas
Chapter 68-71
Stone, Glass, Metals
Ceramics, glass, precious metals
Chapter 72-83
Base Metals
Iron, steel, copper, aluminum
Chapter 84-85
Machinery & Electrical
Computers, electronics, appliances
Chapter 86-89
Transportation
Vehicles, aircraft, vessels
Chapter 90-97
Miscellaneous
Instruments, furniture, toys

HTS Classification Best Practices

Do's

  • ✓ Read General Rules of Interpretation (GRI)
  • ✓ Review chapter and section notes
  • ✓ Consider product's essential character
  • ✓ Consult CBP rulings database
  • ✓ Keep detailed product documentation

Don'ts

  • ✗ Don't guess based on product name alone
  • ✗ Don't ignore material composition
  • ✗ Don't use outdated HTS codes
  • ✗ Don't assume similar products share codes
  • ✗ Don't skip classification verification

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