What is a Harmonized Tariff System Classification (Schedule B) Number? How do I determine my Schedule B Number?
In order to determine a specific tariff, you must first classify your product according to its Harmonized System Number. What is a Harmonized System (HS) Classification (Schedule B) Number? The Harmonized System Classification is a standardized numerical method of classifying traded products. This ten digit identifying number is assigned to each product and used by customs officials around the world to determine the duties, taxes and regulations that apply to the product. The first six digits are harmonized throughout the world. The last four digits vary by country. How do I determine my HS or Schedule B Number? To obtain your Schedule B number, visit the U.S. Census Bureau’s web site. The Schedule B is published on this web site, and you can classify your own product through a keyword search. If you need assistance in classifying your product, call the Bureau of the Census Foreign Trade Division at (301) 457- 1084. At the recorded voice prompt, choose option #2 for product classificat
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