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Every U.S. trade declaration starts with an HS or Schedule B code. Pick the right one and customs flows; pick the wrong one and you'll pay the wrong duty or get held at the port.
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A step-by-step guide to finding the correct Harmonized System (HS) code for your imported products. Learn how HS codes work, where to look them up, and common mistakes to avoid.
April 20, 2026
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A practical guide to using AI-powered HS code classification. Learn how the classifier works, tips for better results, and when to verify with official sources.
April 20, 2026
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What's the difference between Schedule B codes and HS codes? This guide explains the two classification systems, when to use each one, and how to find the right code for your U.S. exports.
April 20, 2026
Describe your product in plain English; get an HS code with alternatives.
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Browse all 5,000+ HS codes by keyword or number.
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Find the export classification code your shipping docs need.
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Map between HS, Schedule B, NAICS, and SITC for the same product.
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Costs and duties
Once you know the code, the next questions are: what duty rate applies, how do origin and FTA preferences change it, and what's the all-in cost at the U.S. port?
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The Census Bureau ships a fresh trade release each month. These tools turn the raw release into the country pairs, products, and trends worth tracking.
Imports vs exports with any country, charted against the latest release.
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Two countries side by side — totals, top products, growth.
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The full picture: merchandise deficit vs services surplus.
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Browse 101 BEA services trade categories.
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Find people
The trade directory works both ways: suppliers list what they make, U.S. buyers list what they source. Each listing is reviewed by a person.