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This site is designed as a research shortcut. It should point you back to official tariff text, rulings, and customs guidance before you act.

USITC Harmonized Tariff Schedule

The lookup index is generated from USITC's 2026 HTS Revision 9 JSON release. The HTS is the official U.S. tariff schedule for imports.

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USITC Open Data

USITC publishes HTS data in downloadable and machine-readable formats, including CSV, Excel, JSON, and API access.

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CBP CROSS Rulings

CBP's rulings database helps researchers compare product facts against prior classification rulings. Rulings can be highly fact-specific.

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Trade.gov HS Code Guide

Trade.gov explains the relationship between HS codes, HTS numbers, and Schedule B numbers for U.S. import and export workflows.

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World Customs Organization

The WCO maintains the international Harmonized System, which is the global 6-digit foundation used by customs authorities.

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What this site does not do

It does not issue customs rulings, guarantee a code, calculate all trade remedy duties, determine admissibility, or replace a licensed broker or official customs authority.