Are export (schedule B) numbers the same as import (HTS) numbers?

The first six digits of Schedule B and HTS numbers are the same because the United States, as well most global training partners, are a member of the global harmonized system (HS) system of nomenclature promulgated by the World Customs Organization (WCO). However, at the 8 – and 10 – digit statistical reporting number, U.S. import and U.S. export classifications schemas differ. In fact, there are more 10-digit HTS statistical reporting numbers than there are 10-digit Schedule B statistical reporting numbers. Given there are more import numbers than export numbers, multiple HTS 10-digit statistical numbers often correspond to one or more Schedule B 10-digit statistical reporting number. HTS numbers are more detailed as they are used by Customs and Border Protection (“CBP”) to monitor and record U.S. imports as well as to apply duties. For more information, please visit https://www.census.gov/newsroom/blogs/global-reach/2018/07/exporting-with-import-class-numbers.html.