Those accessing the Tariff regularly will have noticed on-going changes to the pages format.

The updated version of the Harmonised System will be implemented for use from 1^st January 2022, and as we wait for the new changes to be applied it may be important to note that the format of the present tariff has changed. 

This may catch a few out as the initial pages no longer link to the Sections and Chapter pages. All the data is there, it’s just the method of reaching the pages has changed.

Changes to the Format

The Start Now function button that used to link directly to the Sections and Chapters of the Tariff, now links directly to the UK Integrated On-Line Tariff – Look up commodity codes, import duties, taxes and controls page. This page provides the information that will allow the user to:

• Check how to Import and Export goods
• Access the A-to-Z search engine for product descriptions with the relevant chapter and heading (1^st 4 digits on the HS)
• Search by goods description or commodity code to check the relevant requirements Note: There is an option to select a date of import when selecting the commodity code. If a specific date is not chosen, the enquiry date will be the default search date.
• Search for Advance Tariff Rulings, or find out more about the ATR process
• Access the link to submit a Non-Legally Binding Decision from HMRC

By clicking on the browse the goods classification link the user will be able to access the Sections and Chapters of the Tariff in the usual format.

Link below to the updated HRMC Guidance published 25^th November 2021

https://www.gov.uk/guidance/important-notice-about-the-1-january-2022-uk-integrated-tariff-tariff-stop-press-notice-21