Introduction

As part of our commitment to streamline your shipping process and ensure compliance with international trade regulations, we recommend grouping items with the same Harmonized System (HS) Code on your commercial invoices. This practice not only simplifies your documentation but also helps expedite customs clearance.

Why Group Items by HS Code?

Grouping items with the same HS Code offers several benefits:

1) Simplifies Documentation: Reduces the number of line items on your invoice, making it easier to read and process.
2) Speeds Up Customs Clearance: Helps customs authorities quickly verify the details of your shipment.
3) Reduces Errors: Minimizes the chances of discrepancies or errors in your documentation.
4) Improves Efficiency: Streamlines your invoicing process, saving you time and effort.

Steps to Group Items by HS Code

Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to group items by HS Code on your commercial invoice:

1) Identify Similar Items: Review your products and identify those that fall under the same HS Code. For example, if you are shipping different types of leather handbags, they might all share the same HS Code.

2) Calculate Total Quantity: Add up the quantities of all items that share the same HS Code. For instance, if you have 10 leather handbags of type A and 15 of type B, both with the same HS Code, your total quantity is 25.

3) Determine Combined Value: Sum the values of all items under the same HS Code. Ensure this reflects the total value for the grouped quantity.

4) Create a Single Line Item: On your commercial invoice, enter a single line item for each HS Code. Include the following details:

- Description: Provide a general description that encompasses all items within that HS Code.
- HS Code: Specify the shared HS Code.
- Quantity: Enter the total quantity of all items grouped under this HS Code.
- Unit Price: If applicable, specify the unit price.
- Total Value: Indicate the combined value of the grouped items.

Example

Before Grouping:

Description	HS Code	Quantity	Unit Price	Total Value
Leather Handbag Type A	42022190	10	$50	$500
Leather Handbag Type B	42022190	15	$50	$675

After Grouping:

Description	HS Code	Quantity	Unit Price	Total Value
Leather Handbags	42022190	25	$50	$1175

We appreciate your cooperation and look forward to helping you streamline your logistics operations.

For more detailed guidance or if you need assistance with specific shipments, please contact our customer support at support@tunl.to or visit our help center https://help.tunl.to/en/ .

Updated on: 15/10/2024