US HTS Code Lookup & Duty Rate Finder
Search the 2026 Harmonized Tariff Schedule. Find HS codes, commodity codes, duty rates, and import tax information for any product entering the United States.
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Duty rates shown are General (Column 1) MFN rates from the 2026 HTS Revision 4. Additional duties may apply including the 10% Section 122 global surcharge (effective Feb 24, 2026) and Section 301 duties on Chinese-origin goods. Always confirm with a licensed customs broker.
How to Use the HTS Code Lookup
- Enter a product description in the search box above (e.g., “leather handbag”, “cotton t-shirt”, “bicycle parts”).
- Or enter an HS code number if you already have one (e.g., “4202.21” or “8712”).
- Review the results — each row shows the HTS code, product description, and applicable General duty rate.
- Click “Use in Calculator” to transfer the duty rate directly into our Landed Cost Calculator and see the total import cost.
What is an HS Code?
The Harmonized System (HS) — also known as the Harmonised Tariff Schedule — is a standardized numerical classification used by customs authorities worldwide to classify traded products. An HS code is sometimes called a commodity code, tariff code, or customs code depending on the country. Maintained by the World Customs Organization (WCO), the system uses a 6-digit code structure recognized by over 200 countries. The United States extends this to 10 digits in the Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) to provide more specific classification and duty rates.
HS Code Structure
Example: 4202.21.0000 — Leather handbags
Chapter
Heading
Subheading (international)
US tariff line
Statistical suffix
HS Code vs HTS Code vs HTSUS vs Schedule B
HS Code (6 digits) is the international standard — also called a harmonised tariff code or commodity code — used by all WCO member countries. HTS Code (10 digits) is the US-specific import classification maintained by the USITC. HTSUS (Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States) is the official name for the full US tariff schedule — “HTS code” and “HTSUS code” mean the same thing. Schedule B (10 digits) is the US export classification maintained by the Census Bureau. The first 6 digits are always the same across all three systems — they diverge at the 7th digit and beyond.
2026 US Import Duty Rates — What You Need to Know
The US import duty landscape in 2026 includes multiple layers of tariffs that importers need to account for:
- Base MFN duty rates — the General (Column 1) rate shown in the HTS, applied to imports from most countries. These range from Free to over 30% depending on the product.
- 10% Section 122 global surcharge — effective February 24, 2026, a broad 10% additional duty applies to most imports from all countries, with limited exceptions.
- Section 301 duties on Chinese-origin goods — additional tariffs ranging from 7.5% to 100% on goods originating from China, covering a wide range of product categories.
- Section 232 duties on steel and aluminum — 25% additional duty on steel and aluminum products, applied regardless of origin.
- De minimis exemption eliminated — the former $800 duty-free threshold for low-value shipments has been eliminated for most commercial imports.
Use our Landed Cost Calculator to see the total impact of these duties on your import costs.
How to Find the Right HS Code for Your Product
- Start with a general description search — type your product name into the search tool above.
- Look at the chapter headings — 4-digit headings (shown in bold) represent broad product categories. Find the one that best matches your product.
- Drill down through subheadings — 6-digit and 8-digit codes provide increasingly specific classifications. Pay attention to material composition, use case, and product features.
- Check the General Rules of Interpretation (GRI) — if classification is ambiguous, the GRI provides legal rules for determining the correct heading. Rule 1 states: classify by the terms of the headings and section/chapter notes.
- Confirm with a customs broker — for formal classification, especially on high-value shipments, consult a licensed customs broker or file a binding ruling request with CBP.
Common HS Code Examples
Here are frequently searched product categories and their HS code headings. Click any code to search for it in the tool above.
| HS Code | Product Category |
|---|---|
| 6109 | T-shirts, singlets, tank tops (knitted) |
| 8471 | Laptops, computers, processing units |
| 0901 | Coffee (roasted, unroasted, decaf) |
| 2204 | Wine of fresh grapes |
| 8712 | Bicycles and other cycles |
| 4202 | Trunks, suitcases, handbags, wallets |
| 9503 | Toys (dolls, puzzles, models, games) |
| 8708 | Motor vehicle parts and accessories |
| 7304 | Steel tubes, pipes, and hollow profiles |
| 9403 | Furniture (desks, cabinets, shelving) |
| 8517 | Smartphones, telephones, modems |
| 6402 | Footwear with rubber/plastic outer soles |
| 3304 | Beauty/skincare, makeup preparations |
| 8528 | Monitors, projectors, TVs |
| 3926 | Plastic articles (cases, fittings, parts) |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the duty rate for importing from China to the US in 2026?
The total duty depends on your product's HS code. You pay the base MFN duty rate (found using the lookup tool above), plus the 10% Section 122 global surcharge, plus Section 301 duties on Chinese-origin goods (ranging from 7.5% to 100% depending on the product). For example, a product with a 5% base rate imported from China with 25% Section 301 duties would face a combined rate of approximately 40%.
Are HS codes the same worldwide?
The first 6 digits are internationally standardized by the World Customs Organization (WCO) and used by over 200 countries. Beyond 6 digits, each country extends the code differently. The US uses 10-digit HTS codes for imports, while the EU uses 10-digit TARIC codes, and China uses 10-digit codes with a different structure after the 6th digit.
How accurate are these duty rates?
Rates shown are sourced directly from the USITC 2026 Harmonized Tariff Schedule Revision 4. These are the base General (Column 1 — MFN) rates. Additional duties such as Section 301, Section 232, countervailing duties, and antidumping duties are not reflected in the base rate. Special preferential rates (for FTA partners) are shown separately. Always confirm final duty liability with a licensed customs broker.
What is the de minimis threshold for US imports in 2026?
The $800 de minimis exemption has been eliminated for most commercial imports. All imports now face applicable duties, the Merchandise Processing Fee (MPF), and the Harbor Maintenance Fee (HMF) regardless of shipment value. This change primarily affects e-commerce shipments and direct-to-consumer imports that previously entered duty-free.
How do I classify my product if it doesn't match any description exactly?
The General Rules of Interpretation (GRI) in the HTS provide legal guidance. Key principles: classify by the most specific description (GRI 1), by essential character for mixtures/composites (GRI 3b), and by the heading that occurs last in numerical order as a tiebreaker (GRI 3c). For formal rulings, consult a customs broker or file a binding ruling request with CBP.
Do HS codes change?
Yes. The WCO updates the international HS nomenclature every 5 years (most recently in January 2022 with HS 2022). The USITC publishes revisions throughout the year to reflect trade policy changes, new tariff actions, and technical corrections. This tool uses the latest available revision.
What is the difference between duty and tax?
Import duty (tariff) is a charge levied specifically on goods crossing a national border, based on the product's HS code and country of origin. Tax (such as VAT, GST, or sales tax) is a consumption tax applied to the value of goods at the point of sale. The US does not charge VAT/GST at import, though state sales tax may apply later.
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