Hapag-Lloyd to Require at Least First Four HS Code Digits on US, Canada Exports
Hapag-Lloyd will require a minimum of four digits on Harmonized System codes to accompany U.S. and Canadian exports as of April 1, the carrier said in a notice. “To ensure high quality, faster Bill of Lading release and due to…
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the increasing customs requirements of different countries throughout the world,” the company will require at least four digits “on your submission of Shipping Instructions for exports from Canada or the United States,” it said. When that information isn't available, “our documentation team will input an HS code that is determined to be suitably close to your commodity description,” it said. “It is your responsibility to review the inputted HS Code and advise if a correction is needed. Any costs, penalties or fines related to incorrect HS Code submission will be on customers account.”