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  "summary": "The Harmonized System (HS2022) has 96 chapters, 1,228 headings and 5,612 six-digit subheadings. Countries build their customs tariffs on these codes and add their own digits after the first six.",
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        "This page was last updated on 13 October 2026.",
        "Guidance from published tariff data, not a binding ruling. For a decision customs must follow, apply to the destination’s customs authority for a binding tariff ruling."
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