The duty that must be paid is determined by tariff classification.

Further guidance about the procedures for tariff classification can be found on our website, go to www.hmrc.gov.uk.

The end item is a different tariff classification than the components needed to assemble it."

Description(s) of goods in sufficient detail to allow tariff classification to be determined.

How long does it take for the Tariff Classification Service to reach a decision?

When using the Tariff Classification Service you will be given 2 options.

Change of tariff classification (on any level, though 4-digit level is the most common)

See the page within this guide on the Tariff Classification Service.

Although many countries subscribe to the same Tariff classification system, actual classifications may differ.

But tariff classifications are defined by design and utility, not by environmental or any other criterion.

Yes, the Tariff Classification Service have compiled a list of these products.

The correspondence handling and management system used by the Tariff Classification Service.

Other government departments also rely on Tariff classification for licences and other documents.

Yes, generally if you are able to send a representative sample(s) of the goods, this will assist the tariff classification officers in making their decision.

Thus, traders will know, in advance, the tariff classification of the goods they intend to import or export.

Tariff classification rules specify a method by which you can determine the correct commodity code for your goods.

You, as the importer or exporter are legally responsible for the correct Tariff classification of your goods.

You can contact the Tariff Classification Advice Line for further information on what is needed.

An application form (C103) is available from the Tariff Classification Service.

Tariff classification in the EU is based on the harmonised system which defines the first six digits.

We also produce a number of Tariff Classification Guides which are designed to help you to classify specific goods.

Introduction to the Tariff Classification of goods Do you need an export or import licence?

BTI is intended to give you assurance about the correct Tariff classification of your goods.

Almost all countries use tariff classification systems based on the international Harmonized System (HS).

For example, there are significant differences in the rules on tariff classification, value and origin - preferential and non-preferential - of goods.