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Free AI HS Code Checker & Tariff Code Finder

Describe your product to find a suggested six-digit HS code and, where supported, a UK commodity code, EU TARIC code, US HTS code, or another market-specific tariff extension.

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How to use the tool

Prepare the right details, review the result carefully, and use the full solution when the decision requires deeper analysis or a documented workflow.

What to prepare

Product type and function
Material and composition
Intended use and destination market

How to use the tool

Describe the product as precisely as possible.
Start the AI classification.
Review the suggested code, assumptions, alternatives, and sources.

What the result contains

Suggested tariff code and confidence
Assumptions and alternative classifications
Supporting references for manual verification

How to verify and use the result

Compare the suggestion with current tariff rules and obtain expert or binding guidance for high-risk decisions.

When to use the full solution

Use the full AI Tariff Classification solution for clarification questions, documents, images, bulk processing, and audit-ready reports.

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Practical guidance

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between an HS code and a customs tariff number?

The international Harmonized System uses six digits. Regional and national tariff schedules add further digits for customs declarations and other measures.

What product details improve a tariff classification?

Include the product's function, material, composition, intended use, technical characteristics, and destination market.

Can I use the suggested code in a customs declaration?

Treat the result as a research aid. Verify it against the current tariff and seek expert or binding guidance when the classification has material legal or financial consequences.

What is an HS code checker?

An HS code checker uses product details such as function, material, composition, and intended use to suggest a six-digit Harmonized System code for review.

How do I find a UK commodity code?

Start with the six-digit HS code, then identify the UK-specific tariff extension. Digicust can suggest a code where supported, but you should verify it against the current UK Trade Tariff before filing.

Is this an HMRC commodity code checker?

No. Digicust is independent and is not operated or endorsed by HMRC. Verify a suggested UK commodity code and the applicable measures in the official UK Trade Tariff.

What is the difference between HS, HTS, TARIC, and commodity codes?

The HS code provides the international six-digit foundation. The US adds HTS digits, the EU uses TARIC extensions, and the UK uses commodity codes in its national tariff schedule.

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How the HS tariff code lookup works

This tariff code lookup tool uses the product description, function, material, composition, intended use, and target market to suggest a customs classification for review.

AI-Powered Analysis

Classification support based on the product information and technical details you provide

Market-Specific Tariff Codes

Start with the six-digit HS code and review further digits used by the selected market

Multi-Country Support

Get tariff codes for EU, US, UK, CH, and other major trade regions

Instant Results

Receive classification suggestions in seconds, not hours

Understanding HS, HTS, TARIC & commodity codes

What is customs tariff classification?

Tariff classification starts with the international six-digit Harmonized System (HS) code. Regional and national tariff schedules add further digits for customs declarations and other trade measures.

Correct classification is crucial for customs compliance. Wrong codes can lead to delays, penalties, and overpaid duties.

Determines import/export duties and taxes
Required for customs declarations worldwide
Affects trade agreements and preferential rates
Impacts export control and licensing requirements

HS Code Structure

8471.30.0000

Chapter (84)Nuclear reactors, boilers, machinery

Heading (8471)Computers & data processing

Subheading (.30)Portable computers

National (.0000)Country-specific detail

Customs code terminology

Find HS, commodity, TARIC and HTS codes

Every customs tariff starts with the international HS code. The destination market then adds the digits needed for its duties, restrictions, and declarations.

HS code

International HS code

The six-digit Harmonized System code used as the global foundation for customs classification.

UK commodity code

The UK-specific tariff extension used for import and export declarations and UK trade measures.

EU TARIC code

The EU tariff extension used to apply duties, restrictions, quotas, and other customs measures.

US HTS code

The United States tariff extension used to classify imported products under the US tariff schedule.

How to find a commodity or tariff code

1Describe the product, including its function, material, composition, and intended use.
2Choose the destination tariff market, such as the UK, EU, or US.
3Review the suggested HS code, national extension, assumptions, and alternatives.
4Verify the result against the current official tariff before using it in a declaration.

Using this as an HMRC commodity code checker

Digicust is an independent AI tariff code checker and is not operated or endorsed by HMRC. For UK declarations, use the suggestion as a research aid and verify the final commodity code and applicable measures in the official UK Trade Tariff. Apply the same verification approach to EU TARIC and US HTS codes.

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