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HS Codes

HS Codes (Harmonized System Codes) are global standardized codes used to classify products for shipping. Every country requires these codes for customs clearance, making trade smoother and more efficient.

Key Facts About HS Codes:

  • Created by the World Customs Organization

  • Consists of 6 digits, universally recognized

  • Used to classify products in a structured and logical way

This guide will show you how to find a 6-digit HS Code and enter it into Deliverzen.

 

HS Code, which is short for The Harmonized Commodity Description and Coding System, is a worldwide standardized system of codes for determining a type of commodity being shipped. In every country around the world, commodities shipped through their borders have to be declared using these codes.

This type of standardization makes identifying commodities easy, efficient, and identical across all countries around the world. Thus, HS Codes help to standardize and identify cargo in the same manner regardless of location. 

 

Developed and managed by the World Customs Organization, the HS Code:

  • consists of 5,000 commodity groups covered in 99 Chapters containing 21 Sections;
  • is identified by a six-digit code;
  • is arranged in a legal and logical structure; and
  • is supported by well-defined rules to achieve uniform classification all over the world

This tutorial will cover how to find 6-digit HS Codes and where to input them in Deliverzen.

    Instructions

    Step 1: Identify Your Product Details

    Choose a product that needs an HS Code and note its key characteristics. Some products have multiple classifications, so the more details you have, the better.

    Step 2: Use an HS Code Lookup Tool

    We recommend using Canada Post's HS Code Lookup Tool. Any country’s lookup tool will work since 6-digit HS Codes are globally recognized.

    Step 3: Search for Your Product

    1. Select the destination country from the drop-down menu.

    2. Enter a simple description of your product (e.g., "Watch").

    3. Click "Find."

    Step 4: Answer Additional Questions

    Some products require more details for accurate classification. Use the notes you took in Step 1 to answer these questions correctly.

    Step 5: Enter the HS Code in Deliverzen

    1. Navigate to the Products Page: Log in to your Deliverzen account and head over to the Products section.

    2. Scroll to the Bottom: Once you’re on the Products page, scroll all the way down to the bottom.

    3. Locate the International Section: On the right-hand side, you’ll find the International section. Here, simply enter the HS Code in the designated "Tariff Code" field.

    4. Select Your Region: Choose the applicable region from the dropdown menu.

    5. Save Your Changes: Finally, click Save to ensure your updates are applied.

    Note: If your product is a kit with multiple items, add an HS Code for each component

    Important: EU Import Control System (ICS2)

    Since March 1, 2023, the EU has stricter rules for imports. Every product shipped to the EU, Norway, or Switzerland must have an HS Code. A 10-digit country-specific HS Code is also acceptable if available.

    Final Tip

    If you are unsure about the HS Code, contact the Customs Department of your country or the destination country for verification.

    You're done! Repeat these steps for any additional products.