HSN Code

• The Harmonised System Nomenclature, or HSN is a six-digit identification code developed by the World Customs Organization (WCO).

• Over 200 countries use the system as a basis for their customs tariffs, gathering international trade statistics, making trade policies, and for monitoring goods.

• The system helps in harmonising of customs and trade procedures, thus reducing costs in international trade.

• The system currently comprises of around 5,000 commodity groups, each identified by a unique six-digit code. Of the six digits, the first two denote the HS Chapter, the next two give the HS heading, and the last two give the HS subheading.