WCO HARMONIZED SYSTEM SECTION VI
Section VI: Products of the Chemical or Allied Industries
Covers inorganic and organic chemicals, pharmaceuticals, fertilizers, pigments, paints, essential oils, cosmetics, soap, glues, explosives, and photographic goods. Section VI comprises 11 WCO Chapters (Chapter 28, Chapter 29, Chapter 30, Chapter 31, Chapter 32, Chapter 33, Chapter 34, Chapter 35, Chapter 36, Chapter 37, Chapter 38).
WCO Classification
Section VI
Nomenclature Layer
Chapters Covered
11 Chapters
Ch 28, 29, 30, 31, 32, 33, 34, 35, 36, 37, 38
National Registries
10 Live Countries
US, UK, EU, DE, CA, MX, CN, JP, IN, AU
Tariff Index
5,755 HS6 Backbone
Universal WCO 6-Digit
1. Chapters Included in Section VI (Products of the Chemical or Allied Industries)
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Chapter 28
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Chapter 29
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Chapter 30
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Chapter 31
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Chapter 32
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Chapter 33
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Chapter 34
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Chapter 35
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Chapter 36
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Chapter 37
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Chapter 38
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2. Frequently Asked Questions: Section VI Customs Classification
What commodities are classified under WCO Section VI?
WCO Section VI (Products of the Chemical or Allied Industries) covers Chapters 28, 29, 30, 31, 32, 33, 34, 35, 36, 37, 38. Scope description: Covers inorganic and organic chemicals, pharmaceuticals, fertilizers, pigments, paints, essential oils, cosmetics, soap, glues, explosives, and photographic goods.
Which chapters belong to Section VI?
Section VI contains 11 Harmonized System chapters: Chapter 28, Chapter 29, Chapter 30, Chapter 31, Chapter 32, Chapter 33, Chapter 34, Chapter 35, Chapter 36, Chapter 37, Chapter 38.
How are 6-digit HS codes structured within Section VI?
All 6-digit WCO Harmonized System codes in Section VI follow the 2022/2026 international nomenclature backbone. Digits 1–2 represent the Chapter, digits 3–4 represent the Heading, and digits 5–6 represent the Subheading.
What general MFN import duty rates apply to products in Section VI?
Customs duty rates in Section VI vary by country and specific 6-digit subheading. Multi-country tariffs (US, UK, EU, Germany, Canada, Mexico, China, Japan, India, Australia) can be queried per code on hscodedb.com.
What trade agreements provide duty preferences for Section VI goods?
Preferential tariff entry for Section VI goods is available under major trade agreements including USMCA/T-MEC, CPTPP, RCEP, EU-UK TCA, and CETA with a valid Certificate of Origin.
What partner government agency (PGA) controls apply to Section VI?
Imports in Section VI may require PGA clearances such as USDA/FDA/DAFF biosecurity (agricultural/food items), EPA/REACH (chemicals), or CITES (endangered flora/fauna).
How can an importer obtain a binding tariff ruling for Section VI items?
Importers can request binding classification decisions through official national portals: CBP CROSS (US), HMRC ATaR (UK), EU EBTI / Zoll (EU/Germany), CBSA NCR (Canada), SAT (Mexico), GACC (China), Japan Customs (Japan), CAAR (India), or ABF (Australia).
What valuation method is used to calculate duties on Section VI imports?
Most customs authorities assess ad valorem duties on the CIF (Cost, Insurance, Freight) or FOB transaction value under the WTO Customs Valuation Agreement.
What de minimis thresholds apply to express imports in Section VI?
Duty-free de minimis thresholds vary by destination: US $800 (Sec 321), Australia AUD $1,000 (LVT), EU/Germany €150, Canada C$150 duty-free / C$40 tax-free (CUSMA courier rules), UK £135, Japan ¥10,000 JPY, and India ₹10,000 INR.
Where can I search official 10-digit tariff extensions for Section VI?
Full 10-digit/8-digit national tariff lines for Section VI are indexed across all 10 live national registries on hscodedb.com.
3. Official Customs & WCO Primary Sources
World Customs Organization (WCO) HS Nomenclature ↗
Official 6-digit Harmonized System 2022/2026 structure.
USITC HTS Tariff Schedule 2026 ↗
Official 10-digit U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
HMRC Trade Tariff Service 2026 ↗
Official UKGT 10-digit tariff schedule.
EU Commission TARIC Database 2026 ↗
Official 10-digit EU Integrated Tariff database.
Bundeszollverwaltung (Zoll / ATLAS) ↗
German Federal Customs Administration tariff database.
CBSA Customs Tariff 2026 ↗
Official Canadian 10-digit CBSA tariff schedule.
SNICE TIGIE Tariff Portal Mexico 2026 ↗
Official Mexican 10-digit Fracción Arancelaria portal.
GACC China Customs Tariff 2026 ↗
Official Chinese 8-digit CN tariff schedule.
Japan Customs Tariff Schedule (実行関税率表) ↗
Official Japanese 9-digit tariff schedule.
CBIC India ITC-HS Tariff Schedule 2026 ↗
Official Indian 8-digit ITC-HS tariff schedule.
ABF Australian Working Tariff 2026 ↗
Official Australian 8-digit Working Tariff schedule.