TARIC

European Union customs commodity code.

Definition

TARIC (Integrated Tariff of the European Communities) adds two digits to the 8-digit Combined Nomenclature (CN), forming a 10-digit code: positions 1–6 = Harmonized System, 7–8 = CN subheading, 9–10 = Community measures (anti-dumping, duty suspensions, tariff quotas). It drives import customs clearance into the EU.

Origin

Established by the European Commission's TARIC database (DG TAXUD), on the basis of Council Regulation (EEC) No 2658/87 on the tariff and statistical nomenclature and the Common Customs Tariff.

Example in context

0901 21 00 10 → roasted, non-decaffeinated coffee; the final two digits (10) carry a specific TARIC measure.

Related terms

• Intrastat code — the underlying 8-digit Combined Nomenclature.
• WCO HS codes — the 6-digit Harmonized System base.