The Wrong HS Code Can Trigger Audits, Fines, and Shipment Delays

Mercorama classifies your product against the Harmonized System with AI-powered reasoning — giving you the right 6-digit code, duty rate, and FTA eligibility before you ship.

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Why Getting the Code Right Matters

Customs Penalties

Misclassified goods can result in fines, back-payment of unpaid duties, and seizure of shipments. Customs authorities in most countries can audit up to 4 years back.

Missed FTA Savings

Canada has FTAs covering 51 countries. The wrong HS code means you may pay full MFN duties when you qualify for 0% under CETA, CPTPP, or CUSMA.

Shipment Delays

Customs holds triggered by incorrect codes can delay shipments by days or weeks, breaching delivery commitments and damaging buyer relationships.

What Mercorama Gives You

6-Digit HS Code with Confidence Score

AI classification grounded in GRI (General Rules for Interpretation) with a High / Medium / Low confidence rating and the reasoning behind each decision.

Duty Rate Lookup

MFN (Most Favoured Nation) duty rate for your product, so you know your baseline cost before negotiating payment terms with your buyer.

FTA Eligibility Check

Automatically flags whether your product qualifies for reduced or zero duty under Canada's active FTAs — CETA, CPTPP, CUSMA, and others.

Alternative Code Candidates

Where classification is ambiguous, Mercorama surfaces alternate headings with explanations — so you can review with your broker before filing.

Sample Classification Output

Organic Cold-Pressed Canola Oil — Food Grade
HS Code1514.11
ConfidenceHigh (92%)
MFN Duty Rate0%
CETA Rate0% (eligible)

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