Open Borders - Hmrc Tariff Selection Tool

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Tariff, simply put, is a tax levied on an imported good

There are 5000 tariff codes under 99 chapters in the World Customs Organisation harmonised system (HS). That means there is a code for the goods you are trading in. When you’re importing or exporting, knowing the correct HS code will help you to understand exactly what duties, excise, or obligations you will face. Remember that this is a legal requirement for your transaction and accuracy for all the products you import or export will be needed specific to the market you’re exporting to.

You can read more about tariffs and HS codes in our articles in this section.

Click Here to use the HMRC tool which helps you to find the accurate HS codes for the UK Global Tariff for your transaction there will be other tariff listings you may need to refer to however, this will start you on your way.

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