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Global product/service classification for procurement and supply chain management.
Get CN (Combined Nomenclature) codes for EU customs and trade
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Combined Nomenclature (CN) Code Guide
EU Customs & Trade Applications
CN codes are essential for European Union trade:
- • EU customs declarations and tariff schedules
- • Import/export duty calculation within EU
- • Intrastat reporting for intra-EU trade
- • Common Customs Tariff (CCT) compliance
- • TARIC system integration
Structure & Hierarchy
CN extends HS codes with EU-specific details:
- • 8-digit EU extension of 6-digit HS codes
- • Annual updates aligned with EU trade policy
- • Chapter (2 digits), heading (4 digits), subheading (6 digits)
- • CN subheadings (8 digits) for EU-specific needs
- • TARIC codes (10 digits) for additional measures
European Union Implementation
CN is mandatory for all EU member states and serves as the legal basis for customs tariffs and trade statistics across the European Union. It provides the common language for customs procedures and ensures consistent classification throughout the single market.
⚡ Quick summary
CN (Combined Nomenclature) is the EU's 8-digit customs classification extending HS codes for European Union trade and tariffs. Essential for EU customs declarations and Intrastat reporting. Enter your product below to find the CN code.
✍️ By Dmitry Matv 📅 Last updated: January 2026
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