TARIC

TARIC is the EU's integrated tariff database, bringing together customs tariff and related measures for goods imported into or exported from the EU.

Published by AllwayforwardUpdated 18 Oct 2026

Understand it in practice

A visual breakdown of TARIC: EU goods classification, Applicable tariff measures and Current import context. The illustration simplifies the concept; the definition and applicable terms determine the details.

Where it fits in the journey

Highlighted stages are commonly relevant

01Agree — commonly relevant
02Prepare
03Transport
04Clear — commonly relevant
05Deliver

THE PICTURE, IN WORDS

TARIC at a glance

EU goods classification
Applicable tariff measures
Current import context

THE DETAIL THAT MATTERS

What facts should I use when checking TARIC measures?

Use the current product code, origin and date. The tariff measure is not determined by a code copied without product verification.

Product codes do different jobs

Code	Purpose
HS	International goods classification at six digits
National tariff code	Destination-specific tariff detail
ECCN	U.S. export-control classification
SKU	A business’s own inventory identifier

Hand-drawn customs checkpoint and shipping documents illustrating border clearance. — Customs & duties in context · original educational illustration, not a photograph of a shipment.

Before you book

For customs & duties, have these details ready:

Product materials, use and manufacturing origin
The legal importer and appointed representative
Current destination rules and supporting records

Explore customs & duties support

Sources & further reading

European Commission: calculation of customs duties ↗

Plain-language educational guidance. The applicable contract, carrier tariff, official rules or insurance policy takes precedence. Illustrations show concepts, not a specific shipment or facility.

Published by Allwayforward as a plain-language freight reference. Examples are illustrative, not customer case studies. For a correction, send the term and supporting source.