How do I find my HTS number?

One of the common ways to find an HTS code, particularly if you’re set on doing the work yourself, is to use USA Customs Clearance’s HTS code lookup tool. You can input an item or keyword into the search bar and the tool will pull up a list of potential matches and their corresponding codes.

What does HTS do?

HTS stands for Harmonized Tariff Schedule, a classification system used in the United States to help determine customs duties to be paid on imports. HTS codes are 10-digits (the first six digits are the same as the HS code for the goods). The HTS is published by the US International Trade Commission (ITC).

What is HTS certification?

The #1 skill in worldwide trade compliance. Whether you import or export anywhere in the world, the Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) is the exclusive method for categorizing virtually every product and commodity, including finished goods, parts, subassemblies and kits.

What is HTS Usmca?

U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule The Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS) was enacted by Congress and made effective on January 1, 1989, replacing the former Tariff Schedules of the United States.

Is HTS code same as HS code?

The difference between an HS code and HTS code is the number of digits within the code. A code with six digits is a universal standard (HS Code) and a code with 7-10 digits (HTS Code) is often unique after the sixth digit and determined by individual countries of import.

What are the three main parts of HTS?

Motor vehicles, streets and highways, and people are the components of the Highway Transportation System (HTS).

How do you use HTS?

Global and U.S. HTS Codes have four components, which are identified by the green numerals beneath the digits:

  1. Chapter: In this example, 66 is the chapter.
  2. Heading: In this example, 6603 is the heading.
  3. Subheading: 6603.20 is the subheading.
  4. Extra digits: 6603.20.

What is HTS code for US customs?

To put it simply, an HTS code is a number given to a specific imported item that helps identify and classify it. HTS codes also are used by governments to determine the amount of duty or taxes that must be paid to bring that item into the country.

What qualifies as USMCA?

In order to qualify, the product must comply with USMCA rules of origin, which distinguish between “origin of goods” versus “originating in a North American country.” The rules of origin specify that goods originate in North America if they are wholly North American.

What is the difference between HS code and HTS code?