Classification: Import

Questions and answers about Classification: Import

  • Gas calibration standards

    Question: Does anyone have any experience assigning tariff classifications for gas mixtures that are nearly pure, but have trace amounts (ie in the PPM range) of other gases mixed in (deliberately, not as impurities), to be used for purposes.   I am reluctant to classify these as the pure gas, because the addition of the PPM […]

  • Classification of Motors: Rated output or Maximum output?

    Question: When classifying motors, it seems that the generally accepted method of calculating the output can go by rated output or by maximum output as long as your methodology is consistent across your product base.  What is the preferred method of calculation, and why? My assumption is rated output since that is the output a […]

  • Using AI to determine HTS classification

    Question: It has been over a year since this question has been asked. With rapidly evolving technology, it is timely to ask again.  What do you think about the use of Artificial Intelligence platforms being sold by GTM/Consulting Companies for HTS classification? Are you using one? Is it reliable? Strengths/weaknesses? Pros/cons? Pitfalls? Answer 1: My […]

  • Water samples for chemical analysis

    Question: Does anyone know what the WCO tariff classification (i.e. HS code) would be for water samples (from a chemical process) being imported for purposes of chemical analysis?  I cannot seem to find anything to provide any guidance on this subject. Answer 1: Take a look at heading 2201.  EN 22.01(A) says that this heading […]

  • Parts of Machinery vs Parts of Material

    Question: I am looking to see if any of the membership has any tips, suggested rulings, etc. for where they draw the line between classify a part as a part of the machine rather than a part of its base material.   We import aluminum, steel & plastic parts for instruments in Chapter 84 & 90.  […]

  • Requiring HTS Codes from Suppliers

    Question: We are a US-based company that receives imports from Canada and the UK. Our suppliers provide HTS codes on their commercial invoices, but they are either Canadian or EU codes. Our customs broker has requested that we require our suppliers to provide US HTS codes for imports. However, we are facing pushback from our […]

  • Post import changes to imported item

    Question: I was speaking with someone in the company who wanted to import a combination of materials because together the HS Code was less than the same items imported mixed.   Then, after importation, they would separate the two materials and use them for other purposes.  Is that permissible? Answer 1: No, that is not permissible […]

  • Exported in Error, Returned back to Importer

    Question: Let’s say material was exported in error but we advised the destination not to clear the material and return to the sender. The material was returned back to US within three days Not of US origin. How are these goods cleared? Is there a special provision for this type of scenario? Is it a […]

  • 2024 Tariff Schedules & 2023/2024 Correlation Tables Available to

    Question: With the new 2024 Tariff Schedule Updates, does anyone in the trade community have a list of changes that can be shared in a flat file (e.g., .csv, .xlsx, etc.) for the following countries: UK 8-digit and/or 10-digit Customs Tariff Japan Import Code Japan Export Code China Tariff Code India Tariff Code Australia Tariff […]

  • Classification of

    Question: We have a material with an assigned CAS #, but which actually is a mixture of several different compounds all with the same elements, but in different rations, ie such as XYZ4, X2YZ5, X3YZ6.  This is generally named as a single item, with all three elements being named, but with no tetra, di, or […]