What is HTS classification?

HTS (Harmonized Tariff Schedule) classification is the process of assigning a 10-digit code to imported goods that determines their duty rate, regulatory requirements, and admissibility into the United States. Every product entering the US requires an HTS code, and 42% of CBP penalties stem from misclassification.

How does AI-powered tariff classification work?

AI-powered tariff classification uses machine learning to analyze product descriptions, cross-reference the full HTS schedule (6,500+ pages), search 200,000+ CBP binding rulings, and apply GRI (General Rules of Interpretation) classification rules. TariffLens reduces classification time from 30 minutes to 30 seconds while providing cited sources and audit-ready documentation.

What is reasonable care in customs compliance?

Reasonable care is the legal standard under 19 USC 1484 that requires importers and customs brokers to use reasonable care in classifying goods, determining duty rates, and providing accurate information to CBP. TariffLens helps demonstrate reasonable care by providing GRI reasoning, cited CBP rulings, and timestamped audit trails for every classification.

How can I prepare for a CBP focused assessment?

To prepare for a CBP focused assessment, you need documented evidence of reasonable care for every classification. This includes the GRI rule applied, supporting CBP binding rulings, alternative codes considered, and timestamped records. TariffLens automatically generates this documentation for every classification, building the audit trail CBP expects to see.

AI-Powered, Defensible HTS Classification for Customs Brokers

You shouldn't need 30 minutes to classify a single entry. TariffLens is AI-powered tariff classification software that gives customs brokers defensible HTS classifications in seconds — not hours of bouncing between USITC, CBP CROSS, and spreadsheets. Every result comes with GRI reasoning and cited CBP rulings so you can show your work.

Built for the broker who has to classify 50 products before lunch, advise a client on Section 301 exposure by 3pm, and still sleep at night knowing every entry is defensible.

Why Customs Brokers Choose TariffLens

42% of CBP penalties stem from tariff misclassification — don't become a statistic
6,500 pages of HTS schedule searched instantly — no more manual lookups
200,000+ CBP rulings cross-referenced in seconds using AI
Classification time reduced from 30 minutes to 30 seconds with cited sources

Your Reasonable Care Obligation, Handled

CBP expects you to demonstrate reasonable care on every single entry. TariffLens gives you the documented, defensible classifications that prove you did.

Stop Bouncing Between 5 Tabs

You know the drill — USITC for the HTS schedule, CROSS for rulings, a spreadsheet for notes, maybe a Google search for good measure. TariffLens puts HTS codes, CBP rulings, GRI analysis, and explanatory notes in one place. One search, one answer.

Survive Your Next Focused Assessment

CBP conducted 71 focused assessments in March 2025 alone, identifying $310M in lost revenue. 42% of penalties come from misclassification. TariffLens builds the audit trail that proves you exercised reasonable care — before CBP comes knocking.

Show Your Work on Every Entry

Every classification comes with the GRI rule applied, the CBP rulings that support it, and alternative codes considered — exactly what CBP wants to see during an audit. Export it, attach it to your entry, and move on.

Built for How You Actually Work

The Entry Writer

Your client just emailed a commercial invoice with 30 line items and needs entry filed today. Instead of toggling between USITC and CROSS for each one, paste the descriptions into TariffLens and get defensible classifications with cited rulings — in minutes, not hours.

The Client Advisor

A client calls asking about Section 301 exposure on a new product line. Instead of saying "let me research that and get back to you," pull up TariffLens, get the classification with duty breakdown including special tariffs, and advise them on the spot.

The License Protector

When CBP selects you for a focused assessment, you need more than a spreadsheet. TariffLens builds a documented classification library with GRI reasoning, ruling citations, and timestamped records — the exact evidence that demonstrates reasonable care.

How It Works

Paste the invoice description — copy the product description straight from a commercial invoice, packing list, or client email. No need to rewrite it — TariffLens understands real-world product descriptions with materials, composition, and intended use.
AI does your CROSS + HTS + GRI research — in seconds, TariffLens searches the full HTS schedule, cross-references 200,000+ CBP binding rulings from CROSS, applies GRI classification rules, and checks explanatory notes.
Get a defensible classification — receive the 10-digit HTS code, duty rate including Section 301/201/232, the GRI rule applied, cited CBP rulings, and alternative codes considered. Export it as documentation and attach it to your entry.

The Evidence CBP Expects

Focused assessments are surging. DOJ made trade enforcement its #2 priority. Every classification from TariffLens comes with the documentation trail that demonstrates you exercised reasonable care — the legal standard that protects your license.

GRI reasoning on every result — shows which General Rule of Interpretation was applied and why
Cited CBP binding rulings — relevant rulings found and cited automatically from 200,000+ in the database
Timestamped audit trail — every classification is dated and documented for focused assessments
Section and chapter notes included — explanatory notes checked and cited alongside the classification
Alternative codes considered — shows which alternative HTS codes were evaluated and why they were ruled out
2026 tariff rates current — Section 301, 201, 232, UFLPA, and reciprocal tariffs all reflected in real-time duty calculations

Every Tariff Change, Already Reflected

New reciprocal tariffs. De minimis elimination. Section 301 expansions. The trade landscape is changing fast — TariffLens stays current so you don't have to chase down rate changes across multiple government sites. Full 10-digit HTS with statistical suffix, Section 301, 201, 232 and reciprocal tariffs, de minimis and UFLPA impact coverage, and real-time duty rate calculations are all included.

Your Clients' Data Stays Protected

You handle sensitive import data every day — product descriptions, supplier details, duty exposure. TariffLens protects all of it with AES-256 encryption at rest and TLS 1.3 in transit. Your clients' product descriptions and supplier details are never sold or shared with third parties. SSO, SAML, and role-based access controls are available for enterprise teams.

Protect your license. Defend your classifications. Sleep at night. Try TariffLens on your next entry — no credit card required, no contracts.

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