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Following the crucial updates to the UK Trade Tariff, HMRC has released the latest Tariff press notice, which comprehensively covers the changes and absorbed commodity codes. These updates are of utmost importance to all importers and exporters.
Tariff press notice 22nd January 2025 - https://www.trade-tariff.service.gov.uk/news/stories/tariff-stop-press-notice---22-january-2025
You may already be aware of the changes that came into effect on 1 January 2025 due to the dynamic alignment with the EU. However, the latest Tariff press notice also includes updated classifications, new classifications, and absorptions that took place on the 3rd, 4th, 7th, 8th, 9th, and 10th of January.
A breakdown of the updates is as follows:
The following commodity code has ended as of 3 January 2025:
- 8538909930
The following commodity code has been created as of 4 January 2025:
- 8538909950
The following commodity code has been absorbed as of 4 January 2025:
- 8538909930 is being absorbed into 8538909999
On the 7th of January 2025, the absorption of 217 commodity codes within the following chapters below; please ensure you check the Tariff notice for the affected classifications:
- 29
- 32
- 34
- 35
- 38
- 39
- 40
- 53
- 54
- 55
- 56
- 70
- 73
- 74
- 76
The creation of 5 new classifications on the 7 January 2025:
- 5607509090 - Twine
- 5607509098 - Other
- 7320901090 - Other
- 7419809098 - Other
- 8408904790 – Other
The creation of 2 new classifications on the 8 January 2025:
- 3902909060 Other
- 3920202970 Other
The following commodity codes have ended as of 9 January 2025:
- 2823000090
- 3206110090
The creation of 10 new classifications on 10 January 2025:
- 2823000010 For uses other than the production of white graphic inks for printing
- 2823000040 Other
- 2823000080 For use in the production of white graphic inks for printing
- 2823000083 Other titanium dioxides, in all forms, as titanium oxides or in pigments and preparations based on titanium dioxide, containing a minimum of 80% by weight of titanium dioxide calculated on the dry matter, having all types of particle sizes (CAS RN 12065-65-5, 13463-67-7)
- 2823000085 Other
- 3206110010 For uses other than the production of white graphic inks for printing
- 3206110030 Other
- 3206110080 For use in the production of white graphic inks for printing
- 3206110085 Other
The following commodity codes have been absorbed as of 10 January 2025:
- 2823000090 is being absorbed into 2823000040
- 2823000090 is being absorbed into 2823000085
- 3206110090 is being absorbed into 3206110030
- 3206110090 is being absorbed into 3206110085
It is important to ensure that, as an importer or exporter, any affected classification is updated internally to allow you to be compliant and also ensure that there are no further delays at the border.
If you are interested in exploring this topic further, you might find it worthwhile to consider the training courses and live clinics offered by Strong & Herd LLP:
Tariff Classification Explained - Technical Workshop
In this workshop, participants will learn why the tariff is essential for accurate commodity code classification and its connections to other vital trade measures. The course explores the structure of the Harmonised System (HS) and includes interactive sessions to help you master the classification of your goods. You’ll gain an understanding of section and chapter notes, as well as when and how to apply the General Interpretative Rules (GIRs), ensuring confidence and accuracy in tariff classification.
Advanced CDS Technical Workshop: Exports
This advanced workshop will show how you make an export declaration using different software packages. Each data element group will be explained in detail, together with illustrative examples. The technical advisors share their wealth of experience using multiple software solutions for CDS entries and supporting many clients using a variety of software platforms It is recommended delegates have attended How to Complete Export Customs Entries or have a good awareness of customs declaration requirements.
Advanced CDS Technical Workshop: Imports
This advanced technical workshop looks at CDS import declaration using live software examples throughout. Each data element group will be explained in detail, together with illustrative examples. The technical advisors have a wealth of experience using multiple software solutions for CDS entries and support many clients using CDS across a variety of platforms. It is not suitable for beginners so we expect delegates to have a good awareness of customs entries or have attended How to Complete Import Customs
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