harmonized system

[hɑːrˈmoʊnaɪzd ˈsɪstəm]
nounpl: harmonized systems
Sistema Harmonizado
1. An international standardized system of names and numbers for classifying traded products, developed by the World Customs Organization
The harmonized system is used by customs authorities worldwide to classify and track imports and exports.
O Sistema Harmonizado é utilizado pelas autoridades aduaneiras em todo o mundo para classificar e rastrear importações e exportações.
2. A six-digit code system used in international trade for tariff classification and statistical purposes
Every product must be assigned a harmonized system code before crossing international borders.
Todos os produtos devem receber um código do Sistema Harmonizado antes de atravessar fronteiras internacionais.
The Harmonized System is essential in Brazilian international trade and is administered by the Federal Revenue Service (Receita Federal). It is critical for customs clearance, tariff determination, and international commerce statistics. Brazil, as a WTO member and part of Mercosul, strictly adheres to HS classifications in all cross-border transactions.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
HS codeharmonized tariff systeminternational nomenclature

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
Sistema Harmonizado
Official term used in Brazilian customs and trade legislation
Portugal
Sistema Harmonizado
Same term used in European Union customs procedures
General International
Sistema Arancelario Armonizado
Spanish equivalent used in Latin American trade contexts

Related Words

tariff classificationcustoms codeproduct classificationtrade nomenclatureWCOimport/export documentation

Related Idioms & Phrases

HS code classification
harmonized system nomenclature
under the harmonized system
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