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Tariff Classification (Customs Nomenclature)

What Is Customs Tariff Classification? A Simple Definition

Tariff Classification involves assigning a code to a good in order to determine the applicable Customs Duties, taxes, or restrictions.

This code is taken from the Combined Nomenclature (CN), which is based on the Harmonized System (HS) and incorporated into TARIC.

Practical Issues & Common Mistakes Related to Tariff Classification

Tariff Classification errors result in:

  • Adjustments;
  • Blockages of goods;
  • Administrative sanctions.

How can Conex Customs Software help you?

To avoid such situations, the Tariff via conex™ customs software provides access to all the regulatory information needed to determine the customs nomenclature, while the Customs via conex™ solution incorporates the regulatory information from the Customs Tariff applicable to the nomenclature into the Customs Declaration: CACOS, CANAS, special tariff provisions, attached documents (CDJ), and units of taxation.

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Related Terms

TARIC
CANAS
CACOS
HS (Harmonized System)
Combined Nomenclature (CN)

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