HS (Harmonized System) code is an internationally standardized product classification system developed by the World Customs Organization (WCO), adopted by over 200 countries. It consists of 6 digits globally, with countries extending to 10 digits (e.g., US HTS 10-digit, UK Commodity Code 10-digit, China HS 10-digit).

How accurate is AI HS code classification?

HSBot is built on official customs policy and real customs data. For common products, classification accuracy exceeds 95%. AI results are for reference only—actual declarations should be verified with customs authorities. Combining product details (material, usage, composition) improves accuracy.

What countries does HSBot support?

HSBot currently supports US HTS codes and UK tariff codes (import classification) and China HS codes (export classification), covering the most common China-US and China-UK trade scenarios. More countries including EU, Japan, Vietnam, and Mexico are coming soon.

How many free queries do I get per day?

Free users can make 20 classification queries per day. The quota resets at 00:00 Beijing time daily. Contact us for enterprise plans with higher limits and API access.

What is Section 232 tariff?

Section 232 tariff is an additional US import duty on steel, aluminum, and copper products based on national security grounds. HSBot automatically calculates applicable Section 232 rates based on HS code prefixes and exporting country.

What is Section 301 tariff?

Section 301 tariff is an additional US import duty on certain products from China, in response to trade practices. HSBot automatically identifies applicable Section 301 rates and checks for tariff exclusions.

China Export Tax Rebate 2026: Rates, Calculation, and How HS Codes Link to Your Refund

"Export tax rebate" confuses a lot of people — it is not a tax on exports. It is a VAT refund: China refunds part of the value-added tax paid during production so exported goods are not double-taxed. For exporters, it is real margin. This guide covers how the 2026 rates work, how to calculate your refund, and why your HS code — not your product name — decides the rate.

✅ [Verified – State Taxation Administration of China]: The export rebate rate library is updated periodically; the 2026 Version B library took effect June 5, 2026 (document 税总货劳函〔2026〕86号).

It follows the HS code, not the product name

The single most important fact: your export rebate rate is attached to your 10-digit HS code, not to what you call the product.

⚠️ [Inferred based on industry pattern]: Two visually similar products in different HS chapters can carry rebate rates that differ by 4–13 percentage points. Misclassification silently costs margin.

Example from published 2026 data: children's picture books (4903.00) split into sub-codes with rebate rates of 0%, 9%, or 13% depending on the 细分 code. Picking the wrong one leaves money with the tax bureau.

How to calculate the refund

The simplified formula:

Refund amount ≈ FOB value × rebate rate

But two catches:

VAT征退税率差: If the VAT levied (征税率, e.g., 13%) is higher than the rebate rate (e.g., 9%), the difference (4%) is not refunded and is treated as a cost.
Refund cap: The refund cannot exceed the actual input VAT paid. If your supplier issued a low-value-added invoice, your refund is capped there.

⚠️ [Inferred]: Exporters who only track "FOB × rebate rate" routinely over-state their refund by ignoring the 征退税率差.

How to check your rate

State Taxation Administration export rebate query portal (official).
China International Trade Single Window → export rebate → product rate query (associates with your historical customs data).
Third-party tools that sync the rebate library (e.g., 关务小二) — convenient but verify against the official library.

Common mistakes

Mistake	Cost
Using product name instead of HS code	Wrong rate, lost refund
Ignoring 征退税率差	Over-stated margin
Weak supplier invoices	Refund capped below eligible amount
Not updating to 2026 Version B	Using superseded rates

One code → rebate + the full chain

An HS code is the entry point to the entire customs dataset. HSBot (zeewo.tech) returns, from a single code: export rebate rate, the 征退税率差, import Most-Favored-Nation rate, supervision conditions, inspection/quarantine requirements, and trade-agreement preferences — so the rebate is seen in context with the rest of your landed-cost picture.

✅ [Verified – HSBot]: Free tier, no registration; supports U.S./U.K./China customs data.

FAQ

Q: Is export tax rebate the same as export tax? A: No. China does not tax exports; the rebate refunds VAT already paid domestically.

Q: Who is responsible for the HS code? A: The exporter/filer. Finance understanding the basics helps pricing and profit accuracy.

Q: Where do I find the official 2026 rate? A: The State Taxation Administration portal or the 2026 Version B rebate library via Single Window.