Learn To Classify Products For Imports & Exports & More

Tariff Classification Course using HTSUS and Schedule B Classification for:

  • Imports
  • Exports
  • FTA determination
  • Clarification on Section 301 and Section 232

The classification & valuation of goods are major decisions! Learn critical information in this Tariff Classification Workshop. This is not only for duty purposes but also to determine whether goods are subject to quotas, restraints, embargoes, or other restrictions. 

If you classify or value your products incorrectly, your shipment may not reach its destination, and/or you may be subjected to severe penalties. You will also learn how to determine whether goods are subject to quotas, restraints, embargoes or other restrictions. This tariff classification training course will give you the tools you need to properly classify your imported and exported goods. Schedule of class dates is listed on the right.

Full Day

Two 15 min breaks and 1-hour lunch

$595-$645
Price is per person

Webinars: 8:30am-4pm CT $595

Seminars: 8:30am-4pm Local Time $645

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Course Features

Small Class

This means there is more time for you to grow and get the knowledge and answers you need to succeed. We highly encourage participation and questions throughout the class.

Book Included

With this course, you will receive a free reference book. This will benefit you far past the course.

Certification

With this interactive course, you will receive a certificate of completion and a digital badge.

Credits

You may earn education credits for completing this course. See details

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Download Tariff Classification Agenda here ⬇️

Tariff Classification Course Agenda
8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. – Seminar 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. (Central Time) – Webinar Reference book Doing Your Duty

I. THE HARMONIZED SYSTEM CONVENTION

  • Introduction & History
  • Harmonized Structure and Convention Obligations
  • Legal Text of Harmonized System
  • Heading and Subheading Provisions
  • Rates of Duty
  • Amendment, Maintenance & Dispute Settlement

II. OVERVIEW OF HARMONIZED TARIFF SCHEDULE OF U.S.

  • HTSUS Structure
  • Chapters 98 & 99
  • Amendment and Maintenance
  • HTSUS Table of Contents
  • Section and Chapter Notes
  • Tariff Page
  • Abbreviations for Units of Quantity
  • Conversion Tables for Measures and Weights
  • Deciphering a Tariff Page
  • General Notes

III. THE EXPORT SCHEDULE B

  • What is the Schedule B?
  • Similarities and Differences between Schedule B and Harmonized Tariff Schedule
  • Has the freight forwarder filed EEI and reported the proper Schedule B code?
  • Census Bureau Classification Assistance, and Finding the Schedule B
  • Controlling the Reporting of the Schedule B on the EEI
  • Using the Schedule B or the HTS
  • Tariffs in Other Countries

IV. CLASSIFICATION PROCESS

  • Steps in Classifying your Product
  • The General Rules of Interpretation (GRIs)
  • Additional U.S. Rules of Interpretation
  • Classifications of Parts

V. EXTRINSIC INTERPRETIVE AIDS

  • Explanatory Notes, CBP Rulings & Opinions
  • Informed Compliance Documents, Dictionary, and Other Resources

VI. DUTY DETERMINATION

  • Column 1 and Column 2 Duties
  • Overview of FTA’s & Duty Preference Programs, and Paying Duties

VII. MECHANICS OF CLASSIFICATION

  • Business Controls & Classification Process and Business Models for Classification
  • Document the Classification Process
  • HTS Database and Record Retention
  • Who Should Classify?
  • Classification Exercises

What you will learn in the Customs Tariff Classification course:

  • Structure of the HTS
  • Difference between HTSUS and Schedule B
  • Tariff classification of products for imports and exports
  • General Rules of Interpretation (GRI)
  • General Notes
  • How to apply for and use U.S. Customs classification rulings
  • Course includes classification exercises to practice what you learn!

Exporters, Importers, Purchasing, Sales/Marketing, Logistics, Analysts, Traffic, Customer Service, Credit Managers, Controllers, Engineering, Legal, Customs Brokers, and Freight Forwarders.

The course will especially benefit anyone involved with or responsible for:

  • Qualifying goods under NAFTA/USMCA
  • FTAs
  • International Documentation
  • Compliance Rules and Regulations

This Customs tariff classification class is excellent for beginners and also serves as a refresher for experienced professionals. The instructor will level set the course based on attendees.

If you cancel 30 days in advance of an event, you will receive a fund refund. To read entire Policy, click here

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