Commodity search

UK Commodity Code Finder

Commodity codes are 10-digit import classification codes used to find duty, VAT and tariff measures. Search by product description or enter a known code, then confirm it against the official tariff.

A 10-digit code used to identify goods for UK import duty, VAT and tariff measures.

Commodity classification is your responsibility. This tool helps you find likely codes but does not replace official classification advice.

Limited reference coverage

If live search fails, these few labelled fallback matches can keep a useful starting point available. They are not a catalogue, may be stale and must be checked in the official tariff.

  • 9503004100

    Stuffed toy animals

  • 6109100010

    Cotton t-shirts

  • 6203421100

    Men's cotton trousers

  • 8517620000

    Communication or electronic network equipment

Worked example

Stuffed toys from China

Commodity 9503004100; origin China

Illustrative
Goods value
£10,000.00
Freight
£700.00
Insurance
£100.00
Customs value
£10,800.00
Duty basis
MFN illustrative fallback at 4%
Duty
£432.00
VAT base
£11,352.00
Import VAT
£2,270.40
Landed cost
£13,622.40

Illustrative example using current/fallback toy data. VAT base includes duty and incidental expenses in this example.

What to check

  • Material, composition and intended use
  • Whether goods are parts, accessories or complete products
  • Origin evidence and any measure conditions
  • Whether excise, trade remedies or quota rules may apply

Official tariff

Use this finder as a helper, not as a binding classification decision. Check the official GOV.UK Trade Tariff before relying on a code.

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FAQs

Is this commodity code finder a binding classification?

No. It is a helper for estimates. Confirm the code against the official UK Trade Tariff or get classification advice before relying on it.

Why does the code matter for import duty?

The commodity code drives tariff measures, duty rates, warnings and sometimes import controls. A small product-detail change can change the code.

Can I use a supplier's overseas tariff code?

Use it as a clue only. UK import declarations normally need a UK 10-digit commodity code checked against the UK tariff.