Effective July 1st, 2023, the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS) will have an update that will impact forty-six (46) tariff numbers. This change will turn one singular HS code to many different codes to assist U.S. Customs & Border Protection (USCBP), and the Partner Government Agencies (PGAs) in data collection and enforcement.
The main changes will involve the following commodity types:
Cut flowers (0603)
Parts of Plants (0604)
Brassica (0704)
Lettuce (0705)
Melons (0807)
Men’s and Women’s Coats (6203 & 6204)
Batteries (8506)
We encourage our clients to periodically review the tariff codes that are used for their goods. The tariff schedule can change multiple times per year, so a periodic review should be a part of your company’s compliance protocol. Since January 1st of 2023, The United States International Trade Commission (USITC) has made eight (8) revisions to the schedule.
Even if your company has ‘always used this tariff number’ or if the tariff number as ‘provided by the supplier,’ it may not be correct. Your company is responsible for ensuring the tariff number is accurate. These types of proactive, internal protocols will give your company a greater knowledge of costing and requirements necessary to successfully navigate trade with the United States.
If you have questions or concerns, please contact the Willson U.S. Regulatory Team at transitionteamus@willsonintl.com or call 716.260.1580, option 4.