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Find the right Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) code for your products to ensure accurate import declarations and duty calculations.

This tool provides guidance for finding appropriate HTS codes. For binding rulings, consult with U.S. Customs and Border Protection.

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HTS Code Structure

The Harmonized Tariff Schedule uses a hierarchical structure to classify all goods in international trade:

  • Chapters (2 digits): Broad product categories (e.g., Chapter 85 for electrical machinery)
  • Headings (4 digits): More specific groups within chapters (e.g., 8517 for telephone apparatus)
  • Subheadings (6 digits): Internationally standardized product descriptions (e.g., 8517.13 for smartphones)
  • U.S. Statistical Codes (8-10 digits): U.S.-specific classifications for detailed reporting

For accurate classification, follow the General Rules of Interpretation (GRIs) in order:

  1. Classify by terms of headings and section/chapter notes
  2. Classify incomplete or unfinished articles as complete if they have the essential character
  3. When goods could be classified under multiple headings, use the most specific description
  4. Goods that cannot be classified by Rules 1-3 use the heading of the most similar article

Common Product Categories

Electronics

Chapter(s): 85

Phones, computers, TVs

Furniture

Chapter(s): 94

Chairs, tables, lamps

Clothing

Chapter(s): 61-62

Shirts, pants, dresses

Footwear

Chapter(s): 64

Shoes, boots, sandals

Machinery

Chapter(s): 84

Pumps, engines, HVAC

Toys & Games

Chapter(s): 95

Board games, dolls, sports equipment

Food Products

Chapter(s): 16-21

Prepared foods, beverages

Cosmetics

Chapter(s): 33

Makeup, skincare, perfume

Plastics

Chapter(s): 39

Packaging, parts, components

HTS Sections Overview

Section I (Ch. 1-5)

Live Animals; Animal Products

Section II (Ch. 6-14)

Vegetable Products

Section III (Ch. 15)

Animal or Vegetable Fats and Oils

Section IV (Ch. 16-24)

Prepared Foodstuffs; Beverages, Spirits, and Vinegar; Tobacco

Section V (Ch. 25-27)

Mineral Products

Section VI (Ch. 28-38)

Products of the Chemical or Allied Industries

Section VII (Ch. 39-40)

Plastics and Articles Thereof; Rubber and Articles Thereof

Section VIII (Ch. 41-43)

Raw Hides and Skins, Leather, Furskins and Articles Thereof

Section IX (Ch. 44-46)

Wood and Articles of Wood; Cork; Manufactures of Straw

Section X (Ch. 47-49)

Pulp of Wood; Paper and Paperboard and Articles Thereof

Section XI (Ch. 50-63)

Textiles and Textile Articles

Section XII (Ch. 64-67)

Footwear, Headgear, Umbrellas, Walking Sticks, etc.

Section XIII (Ch. 68-70)

Articles of Stone, Plaster, Cement, Asbestos, Mica, etc.

Section XIV (Ch. 71)

Natural or Cultured Pearls, Precious or Semi-precious Stones, etc.

Section XV (Ch. 72-83)

Base Metals and Articles of Base Metal

Section XVI (Ch. 84-85)

Machinery and Mechanical Appliances; Electrical Equipment

Section XVII (Ch. 86-89)

Vehicles, Aircraft, Vessels and Associated Transport Equipment

Section XVIII (Ch. 90-92)

Optical, Photographic, Measuring and Medical Instruments, etc.

Section XIX (Ch. 93)

Arms and Ammunition; Parts and Accessories Thereof

Section XX (Ch. 94-96)

Miscellaneous Manufactured Articles

Section XXI (Ch. 97-99)

Works of Art, Collectors' Pieces and Antiques; Special Classification

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Classification Tips & Resources

Classification Best Practices

  • Start with the most general description and work toward more specific codes
  • Read all section and chapter notes carefully before classifying
  • Consider material composition, function, and intended use
  • For multi-purpose items, identify the principal or essential function
  • When in doubt, request a binding ruling from CBP before importing

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