HS Code Candidate Tool

AI HS Code Finder

Find candidate HS codes from product name, material, usage, destination market, and description using seed examples, product-term matching, confidence labels, and risk flags.

Last reviewed: 2026-08-02Estimate onlySource-check required
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Candidate HS codes

Run the tool to see an itemized result. No signup is required and calculator inputs are processed in the browser unless you submit a correction form.

Answer Summary

What this page answers

Question

How do I find an HS code for my product?

To find an HS code, describe what the product is, what it is made of, and how it is used. TariffCatalog returns candidate codes, confidence signals, verification questions, and a commercial invoice description to review before filing.

Formula / Criteria

What to check

The tool compares product terms, material clues, and usage terms against ecommerce HS seed records, then returns confidence, risk flags, verification questions, and invoice-description guidance.

Use This Tool

When to use it

Use the HS Code Finder before preparing a commercial invoice, postal customs form, or product catalog cleanup.

Official Source Note

Source-check required

Confirm final codes in official systems such as USITC HTS, EU TARIC, UK Trade Tariff, or with qualified trade professionals.

Last Reviewed

2026-08-02

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 compares product terms, material clues, and usage terms against ecommerce HS seed records, then returns confidence, risk flags, verification questions, and invoice-description guidance.

Example

Scenario

For a cotton crew neck T-shirt, include material cotton, knitted construction, short sleeve use, and destination market. The tool may return a 6109 candidate and questions about knit/woven construction.

Source Note

Official check

Confirm final codes in official systems such as USITC HTS, EU TARIC, UK Trade Tariff, or with qualified trade professionals.

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

How do I find the correct HS code for my product?

Start with a product description that includes material, function, and intended use. Then review candidate codes against official tariff databases.

What happens if I use the wrong HS code?

Wrong codes can cause delays, incorrect duty, penalties, reclassification, or broker review. Always verify before filing.

Is this a binding classification?

No. It is a candidate-finding tool only.

Does the first 6 digits work globally?

The first 6 HS digits are internationally harmonized, but destination markets add national extensions and rates.

Can I classify a full catalog?

This page handles single-product suggestions. Use the CSV Catalog Checker to review product fields before verifying classifications against official sources.

Prepare more SKUs with free tools

Use the AI HS Code Finder, CSV Catalog Checker, and Import Duty Calculator to prepare customs data before shipping.