HS Code Verification Tool

Supplier HS Code Audit

Audit a supplier-provided HS or HTS code against your product facts, check for length completeness, material and use conflicts, and get preparation guidance before shipment.

Last reviewed: 2026-07-22Estimate onlySource-check required
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Audit findings

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What this page answers

Question

How do I check if my supplier's HS code is correct?

Enter the supplier-provided HS code, your product facts, and destination market. The tool checks the code length, compares it to the official HTS, identifies material or use conflicts, flags Section 301 exposure, and recommends next steps including broker review.

Formula / Criteria

What to check

The tool checks HS/HTS code format and length, validates against the current official tariff schedule (when available), compares the heading description to your stated material and use, flags known trade measures (Section 301, Chapter 99), and produces a Green/Yellow/Red risk signal.

Use This Tool

When to use it

Use this tool before booking a shipment, paying a deposit, or signing a purchase order to verify a supplier's classification claim.

Official Source Note

Source-check required

Final classifications and duty treatment must be verified with official sources such as USITC HTS, EU TARIC, or with qualified customs brokers. This tool provides preparation guidance only.

Last Reviewed

2026-07-22

Official source notes and calculator assumptions should be reviewed before shipment, label purchase, invoice filing, or customs entry.

Official References

Check source data before filing

Formula / Criteria

Calculation logic

The tool checks HS/HTS code format and length, validates against the current official tariff schedule (when available), compares the heading description to your stated material and use, flags known trade measures (Section 301, Chapter 99), and produces a Green/Yellow/Red risk signal.

Example

Scenario

A supplier provides 3926.90 for a plastic phone case destined for the US. The audit flags it as incomplete (6-digit code), confirms it exists in the HTS, notes no material conflict, and warns about potential Section 301 exposure if origin is China.

Source Note

Official check

Final classifications and duty treatment must be verified with official sources such as USITC HTS, EU TARIC, or with qualified customs brokers. This tool provides preparation guidance only.

Limitations

Filing check

This tool provides planning estimates and document preparation support only. Confirm final classifications, duty treatment, and filing requirements with official tariff databases or qualified trade professionals.

FAQ

Common questions

What does this tool check?

It checks the HS code format, length, existence in the official tariff schedule (when enabled), material and use conflicts, and flags potential Section 301 or Chapter 99 exposure based on country of origin.

Is the audit a binding classification?

No. This is a preparation audit only. It does not replace customs broker review or official classification rulings.

Why does a 6-digit code trigger a warning?

A 6-digit HS code is the international harmonized prefix. The US requires a 10-digit HTS code for full tariff determination. Most importers should verify the 10-digit extension before shipment.

Does this tool check China Section 301 tariffs?

It flags potential Section 301 exposure for China-origin goods and recommends verification against current USTR lists, but does not auto-determine the exact rate.

Can I use this for kits and bundles?

Yes. Indicate "Retail set or kit" in the form to help the tool understand the classification challenge. For complex kits, broker review is recommended.

Is my data saved?

This free public audit does not save your data. Paid Classification Cases in the dashboard can save the full audit for later reference.

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