Click the Tariff Picker link, under Reference on the Main Page:
You can also access the tariff picker by clicking the
button,
located next to any field
where you would enter a tariff number. (Entry Line Screen, AII Line Screen,
etc.)
Please consult the screenshots below and the tables on the following page if you are uncertain of the meaning/purpose of a data or information field. This is the information that will display, based on the tariff search criteria. The screenshots below show examples of a tariff classification that has most of these fields in use. The first screenshot shows the Main information fields, and the second shows the Special Rates screen.
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Field (Main tab) |
Description |
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HTS Tariff # |
Displays the 10 digit HTS number that is currently selected or highlighted. The results displayed are for this specific HTS. |
|
Unit(s) of Measure |
The unit of measure that is required by Customs to be reported when using the selected tariff classification |
|
Last Queried |
The last time the system queried the selected HTS against the record in Customs system. This is automatic, and done nightly. |
|
Beginning Effective Date |
The date that the tariff # became/is becoming effective. |
|
Ending Effective Date |
The date that the tariff # is no longer valid |
|
Customs Description |
The Customs description of the products. This is also sometimes referred to as the ”r;short description” |
|
Full Description |
This is the full description of the HTS classification selected |
|
Duty Rate (Column 1) |
The duty rate applicable in column 1 of the HTS. |
|
Duty Rate (Column 2) |
The duty rate applicable in column 2 of the HTS. |
|
OGA (Other Government Agency) Codes |
This will display the OGA codes, when the selected tariff has been flagged for OGA required (or may be required): These include FDA(Food and Drug), FCC(Federal Communication), DOT(Dept. of Transportation), FWS (Fish and Wildlife), etc. |
|
Valid Special Programs Indicators (SPI) |
A listing of the program indicators for countries that have an agreement with the United States for preferential treatment |
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Countries Excluded from GSP |
A listing of the countries that are excluded from the Generalized System of Preferences (GSP) |
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Special Tariff Flags |
Any special requirements that may be applicable for the selected tariff. These include quota, ADD/CVD, additional HTS required, Textile category #, etc. |
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Other Special Flags |
Any other special flags for the selected tariff will display here. These include F250 (Formal entry required if value over $250) and FALW (Formal entry always required) |
|
Field (Special Rates Tab) |
Description |
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IRS Taxes and/or User Fees |
IRS taxes or other user fees, to be applied to this tariff, will be listed here |
|
Country Specific Special Rate |
If a special rate of duty applies to a particular country it will be listed here |
Now that you're familiar with the basics of the Tariff Picker, you're ready to begin using this valuable tool:
Create a Basic Search
Create an Advanced Search