WIIT: Classification 101

Guest Speaker:

Heather K. Pinnock, Esq., Regulations and Rulings, Office of International Trade, U.S. Customs & Border Protection (CBP), Department of Homeland Security

Duty rates for imported goods are determined by their correct classification under the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS). Correct classification is also important for determining quota applicability and special program eligibility. Because the Customs Modernization Act imposes a duty on importers to use reasonable care when classifying their goods, knowing how to correctly classify imported merchandise is not only important to the business decisions importers make but is also a legal obligation. This program will provide a basic understanding of the classification process, including how to use the General Rules of Interpretation (the GRIs) and the Explanatory Notes, and will be most useful for those new to classification or for whom classification is an occasional part of their responsibilities.

Please RSVP to Kristen Smith – ksmith@strtrade.com