What is an HS code, and why classification matters
An HS (Harmonised System) code — extended in India to an 8-digit CTH (Customs Tariff Heading) — is the classification that determines the duty rate, import and export policy, notifications and agency requirements that apply to a product. Getting it right is the foundation of every downstream customs decision, which is why Zavitec starts here.
How Zavitec's HS code lookup works
You enter a product description or an HS/CTH code. Zavitec searches official Indian tariff references and suggests candidate HS codes, so you can compare options rather than guessing a single answer.
- Input: a product description (e.g. “stainless steel kitchen sink”) or a partial/full HS code
- Output: ranked official candidate HS/CTH codes with descriptions and supporting detail
- Next step: continue to import policy, duty calculation and customs requirements for the chosen code
Who it is for
Importers and exporters confirming a classification, customs brokers validating a client’s declaration, and logistics or compliance teams that need a defensible starting point for a customs entry.
Limitations and human review
HS candidates are suggestions to support classification, not a final legal determination. For ambiguous products, high-duty items or disputes, confirm the classification with a qualified customs professional. You can open the Zavitec Indian customs product to run a lookup.
