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UPS Tariff Code Lookup
Find the tariff code (HS code) for your UPS international shipment. Our AI identifies the right 6-digit HS code and 10-digit US HTS code for customs declaration — free, no signup required.
Used in: UPS WorldShip, UPS CampusShip, ups.com Shipping, UPS Paperless Invoice
Common UPS tariff codes — 2026 list
The 6-digit HS codes for products most often shipped with UPS. Enter the 6-digit code in the Tariff Code field; US customs entry needs the full 10-digit HTS code, which the lookup above returns.
| Product | HS code (6-digit) | US duty (MFN) |
|---|---|---|
| Cotton T-shirts | 6109.10 | 16.5% |
| Cotton hoodies & sweatshirts | 6110.20 | 16.5% |
| Men's cotton jeans & trousers | 6203.42 | 16.6% |
| Women's cotton jeans & trousers | 6204.62 | 16.6% |
| Sneakers, textile upper | 6404.11 | 7.5–48% |
| Backpacks, textile outer | 4202.92 | 17.6% (most) |
| Leather handbags | 4202.21 | 5.3–10% |
| Smartphones | 8517.13 | Free |
| Laptops | 8471.30 | Free |
| Headphones & earbuds | 8518.30 | Free |
| Chargers & power adapters | 8504.40 | Free |
| Lithium-ion batteries | 8507.60 | 3.4% |
| Hair dryers | 8516.31 | 3.9% |
| Toys | 9503.00 | Free |
| Skincare & makeup | 3304.99 | Free |
| Soap bars | 3401.11 | Free |
| Fashion jewelry | 7117.19 | Free–11% |
| Silver jewelry | 7113.11 | 5–13.5% |
| Plastic kitchenware | 3924.10 | 3.4–6.5% |
| Wooden furniture | 9403.60 | Free |
| Books | 4901.99 | Free |
| Roasted coffee | 0901.21 | Free |
US general (MFN) rates from HTSUS 2026 Rev. 19; a range means the rate depends on the exact 8-digit line. Goods from China and 59 other economies can owe Section 301 duties on top — computers, phones and chips are exempt from the forced-labor tariff. The calculator below gives the full landed cost.
Where to enter your HS code in UPS
UPS requires HS codes on the following customs forms and digital systems:
UPS-specific HS code tips
Classification help from UPS
UPS brokerage will classify goods it clears, but as importer of record you stay liable for the code on your invoice. The lookup above is free and returns the 6-digit HS code plus the full 10-digit US HTS code, so you can check any code a broker proposes before you ship.
UPS brokerage into Canada
UPS is well known for entry-preparation and disbursement fees on Canadian imports, billed on delivery. These sit on top of duty and GST/HST — an accurate HS code keeps the duty portion right, but budget for the brokerage line separately.
Worldwide Express, Saver and Expedited
All UPS international services require HS codes on commercial shipments; the service level changes transit time and cost, not the customs data you must supply. The code you enter flows to brokers at both origin and destination.
HS code vs HTS code — which does UPS need?
UPS international forms typically require a 6-digit HS code — the internationally standardized minimum. However, US import entries require the full 10-digit HTS code (which starts with the same 6 digits). Zentria's lookup provides both: use the 6-digit code for UPS shipping labels and commercial invoices, and the 10-digit code when filing US customs entry or CBP documentation.
UPS HS code — frequently asked questions
Where do I enter the HS code in UPS WorldShip?
In WorldShip, the code goes on the International Forms tab, in the 'Tariff Code' field on each commodity line — not on the shipment header. Every line item on the invoice needs its own code. On ups.com Shipping and CampusShip the same field appears at the product level of the customs documentation step. Use the 6-digit code from the lookup above.
Is an HS code required for UPS international shipments?
For any commercial shipment, yes — UPS requires it on the commercial invoice and transmits it as advance data to destination customs. Without it, UPS brokerage classifies the goods on your behalf, which tends toward conservative (higher-duty) codes, and you carry the liability as importer of record either way.
What is UPS Paperless Invoice and does it change the HS code?
Paperless Invoice is UPS's electronic customs documentation — the equivalent of FedEx ETD. It changes how the invoice is transmitted, not what it must contain: the same accurate 6-digit HS code is required per line item. Enrolling in Paperless Invoice with wrong codes just delivers the wrong classification faster.
Why did UPS bill me brokerage fees on top of duty?
UPS charges brokerage and disbursement fees separately from duty and tax, and they are especially visible on shipments into Canada. They are not caused by your HS code, but the code determines the duty they are calculated alongside. Model both together — the calculator below includes duty, VAT/GST and typical brokerage so the total isn't a surprise.
Does UPS need the 6-digit HS code or the 10-digit HTS code?
UPS shipping paperwork needs at least the 6-digit HS code. US customs entry needs the full 10-digit HTS. The first 6 digits are identical, so look up the 10-digit code once and use its 6-digit prefix on UPS documents — one classification carries through shipping and entry without contradicting itself.
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Go beyond the HS code
Once you have your code, calculate the full duty, Section 301 tariffs, and landed cost. Then save every analysis for your team.