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Course overview
The Harmonised System (HS) is an internationally standardised system of names and numbers to describe and classify specific goods when importing or exporting.
Traders bear the main legal responsibility for accurate classification of their goods, but it is not always straightforward and there are many nuanced considerations which can impact the outcome. A lack of familiarity with the rules leads to errors which can result in incorrect duties and taxes being applied, non-compliance penalties, border delays, seizure of goods or denial of import privileges.
This online course will provide attendees with the essential knowledge and understanding required to classify their goods. It will clearly explain what a commodity code is, when they are used and what they affect. It will then guide you through the classification process, the information required, the common errors trader make and illustrates how to use the UK Global tariff tool to assist with the process.
The course is presented by our international trade expert, David Hooper, who has helped hundreds of businesses to classify their goods in accordance with international import/export regulations.
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What will be covered?
- An explanation of the Harmonised System (HS) and how it is used globally
- Accurately classifying products under the appropriate UK Global Tariff
- The General Rules of Interpretation
- Strategies for dealing with complex classification challenges
- The use of product codes to determine taxes and other measures
- Utilising online tools to help with classification
Who should attend?
This course is essential training for Import/Export Managers, Customs Compliance Officers, Supply Chain Managers and any professionals involved in the international trade of goods.
What will you learn?
- What are the General Rules for the Interpretation of the Harmonised System (GRI Rules)?
- What is the difference between the HS Code, Commodity Code and Tariff (TARIC) Code?
- How does classification relate to the duties and taxes due on imports?
- What are the consequences of incorrect classification?
- Who is responsible for determining the correct code for your goods?
- What information do you need to have available to classify your goods?
- What documentation and other records should be maintained as evidence?
- How often should you check and review your existing codes?
- What further support and help is available?
Course presenters
David Hooper
View testimonialsDavid is Managing Director of Hooper and Co International Trade Consultancy Ltd, a business which specialises in providing advice and consultancy to businesses involved in international trade with a particular focus on customs, logistics and the practical issues of doing trade internationally.
He is also Director and founder of Independent Freight Solutions Ltd, a Midlands based freight forwarder and Customs Brokerage which is also an Authorised Economic Operator for Customs and Security. David has a Masters in Business Administration (MBA) with a distinction from Aston University and a Degree in Politics, Economics and Philosophy.
He is an experienced trainer having delivered training courses for the Department of International Trade and several Chambers of Commerce.
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