🆓 Significant updates to customs classifications have been released! Ex10 October 2025 The 76th Session of the Harmonized System Committee (HSC) concluded successfully, marking significant progress in promoting the consistent interpretation and application of the Harmonized System (HS). The session, held from 17 to 26 September 2025 with the report reading on 3 October, brought together 74 Members representing 73 countries and the European Union, under the chairmanship of

🔒Discover when packing materials and containers are classified with goods and when reusable ones are treated separately under GIR 5(b).

🔒Learn how camera, instrument, and other specialized cases can be classified with their contents under GIR 5(a) and when exceptions apply.

🔒GIR 2(b) handles mixtures, composites, and sets. It stops cherry-picking parts and sends you to GIR 3 to find the right HS code.

🔒GIR 2(a), the “IKEA Rule,” stops duty tricks. Incomplete or flat-pack goods are classified as the finished article.

GIR in Customs Classification, this expression is the talk of each seminar within customs. But what GIRs are exactly?

Stay informed about potential regulatory changes affecting the customs classification of smartwatches in the EU. GIR 3c

Avoid customs delays and penalties by mastering GRI 3: use most specific heading, determine essential character, or apply tie-breaker rules

🔓 Can you determine the correct classification of a "water mattress" is using the GIRs?

🔒Find out what the correct classification of a "water mattress" is and discover the correct customs classification methodology.

🔒Detailed explainer on how to classify this multifunctional car dashboard device using GIR 1, 3(a/b/c) and find the correct HS code

Explore this example of a multifunctional apparatus for the dashboard of a car - an example of the use of GIR 3c. We talk you through it.

🔒 Test your skills with our Water Bomb Maker classification challenge! It was tricky—here’s the official customs solution.

Businesses need to understand the customs classification rules to correctly classify their products for importing and exporting.

Relying on your supplier’s HS code may seem easy, but it puts your compliance—and your bottom line—at risk. Learn how to take control, avoid costly mistakes, and ensure your customs classification is always accurate and audit-ready.

Customs classification mistakes can cost millions—even for global giants like Ford. Learn why getting it right protects your business and how to master classification.

The latest information and updates on the amendments of the WCO HS Explanatory Notes can be found here.

The WCO compendium of classification opinions is an essential tool for the correct classification of products. Access the latest amendments.

Stay updated with the latest WCO HS classification decisions! Find out how certain products are classified.

Major customs classification updates released! Discover the latest rulings, download official document and find out what products are concerned.