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My BTI is withdrawn, what to do?

The correct commodity code is crucial for customs formalities, as it determines the applicable tariff, among other factors. However, determining the right code can be complex. A Binding Tariff Information (BTI) offers certainty regarding the classification of goods. It is not uncommon for a BTI to be withdrawn, for example, if the code is no longer aligned with the Combined Nomenclature (CN).

Can the Combined Nomenclature keep up with all (technical) innovations?

Traditionally, innovations have followed one another. Nowadays, however, innovations seem to be coming at a rapid pace. Within a few years, the world can look completely different. These new innovations constantly lead to all sorts of new products. All these new products must be classified in the Combined Nomenclature. But can the Combined Nomenclature keep up with all these innovations?

The BTI Database: insightful or confusing?

When you want 100% certainty about the accuracy of a commodity code, you can request a Binding Tariff Information (BTI) from Customs. In principle, the issuance of a BTI takes a maximum of 120 days from the moment Customs has accepted your application. Not only will you receive the BTI, but the data will also be included in the European BTI database. Most of the data is publicly accessible, allowing anyone to consult the BTI database. Does this provide clarity or rather confusion? Let's examine this with a few examples.

Artificial Intelligence in classification: a curse or a blessing?

Today's digital era is witnessing innovation upon innovation. In the classification landscape, time does not stand still either. How difficult can it really be to provide a product with a 10-digit commodity code?

ChatGPT: A new tool for product classification(?)

Product classification is a complex process. For each product, a specific commodity code must be determined on the basis of, classification rules, notes, explanations, case law and classification regulations. This can be a time-consuming and difficult procedure, especially for companies that deal with large volumes of different products. Fortunately, a digital tool has recently become available, ChatGPT.

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