A few tariff-code digits can change the applicable duty rate, trigger an anti-dumping duty or determine which import rules apply.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Where tariff classification is uncertain, Binding Tariff Information (BTI)<\/strong> allows an operator to ask customs to take a position before or during recurring transactions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Binding Tariff Information (BTI)<\/a> determines a product\u2019s classification under the Combined Nomenclature (CN) or TARIC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n It is particularly useful where a product is difficult to classify, a new trade flow is being introduced or tariff classification has significant financial implications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Under Article 33 of the Union Customs Code<\/a>, the decision binds both EU customs authorities and its holder.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Binding Tariff Information is free of charge and generally valid for three years<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The certainty provided by Binding Tariff Information depends directly on the quality of the description supplied to customs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The holder must be able to demonstrate that the declared goods correspond in every respect<\/strong> to those described in the decision.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The application should therefore specify the product\u2019s composition, functions, packaging and technical characteristics. The French Customs recommends<\/a> attaching relevant technical sheets, photographs, diagrams, instructions and manufacturing flowcharts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n A change to the product may therefore call into question whether existing Binding Tariff Information can still be used.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The three-year period is not absolute.<\/p>\n\n\n\nWhat is Binding Tariff Information for?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
The product must correspond exactly to the application<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Three years, but not necessarily until expiry<\/h2>\n\n\n\n