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February 17, 2026

# What Is the Harmonized Code (HS Code)?

Each product has a **harmonized code (HS code)** that determines the applicable taxes.

This code is assigned by the World Customs Organization and provides a standardized language for identifying products across borders, facilitating customs clearance and international trade statistics. Most countries around the world use the HS code as the basis for their own customs tariffs.

At ShipSmart, [when making your shipment](https://help.shipsmart.global/en/knowledge-base/how-to-create-a-shipment?hsLang=en), we will present you with a list of product categories already registered on our platform. All you need to do is select the category that best matches the product, and the HS code will be automatically filled in.

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