Is the HS code the same worldwide?

The first 6 digits are global (HS). Extensions (CN, TARIC in the EU; HTS in the US) differ per country/customs union.

Who is responsible for classification?

The importer/exporter is responsible for correct classification, even when using a customs broker. That's why the code must stay clean on the product record.

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Category: Logistică · Acronym: HS

HS Code (Tariff Code)

Quick answer: The international customs classification code for goods, determining duties and import/export restrictions.

Key takeaways

Import/export customs declaration
Landed-cost calculation
Commercial documents (invoice, packing list)

What an HS code is

HS Code (Harmonized System) is the international goods classification system administered by the World Customs Organization. In the EU it extends to the CN code (8 digits) and TARIC (10 digits).

Why it matters to the board

The HS code determines customs duties, import VAT and any restrictions. Wrong classification means overpaid duties, penalties at inspection or held goods.

Where it is used

Import/export customs declaration

Landed-cost calculation

Commercial documents (invoice, packing list)

How Azuvio helps

Azuvio keeps the tariff code on the product record and propagates it into import/export documents and landed-cost calculation, reducing misclassification and surprise duties.

Frequently asked

Is the HS code the same worldwide?: The first 6 digits are global (HS). Extensions (CN, TARIC in the EU; HTS in the US) differ per country/customs union.
Who is responsible for classification?: The importer/exporter is responsible for correct classification, even when using a customs broker. That's why the code must stay clean on the product record.

Where Azuvio fits

Related terms

Incoterms — Standardised international rules (ICC) defining who pays for transport, risk and customs in a commercial transaction.
Landed Cost — The total real cost of a product up to the warehouse: purchase price + freight + duties + insurance + handling.
Bill of Lading (B/L) — The sea transport document proving receipt of goods, the transport contract and title to the goods.
CAEN code (Romanian NACE activity code) — The Romanian economic-activity classification code identifying a company's business object, used for registration, licensing and tax reporting; harmonised with EU NACE.

Last updated: 2026-07-06