🇩🇪 HS Code Lookup for Germany
Germany, as an EU member state, uses the EU's Combined Nomenclature (CN) — an 8-digit code based on the international HS system. The EU Customs Union means a single set of tariff rates applies to all imports into the EU regardless of which member state they enter through. EU import duties are administered through the TARIC database. Germany's customs authority is the Zollverwaltung (German Customs).
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GermanyCustoms — Frequently Asked Questions
What is the EU Combined Nomenclature?
The EU Combined Nomenclature (CN) is an 8-digit product classification system used across all 27 EU member states for customs and trade statistics. It extends the international 6-digit HS code with 2 additional digits. The TARIC database adds further subdivisions for specific EU measures like anti-dumping duties and quotas.
Does Germany have its own tariff rates separate from the EU?
No. As part of the EU Customs Union, Germany applies the EU Common Customs Tariff (CCT) to all imports from outside the EU. Duty rates are set at the EU level, not nationally. The same duty rate applies whether goods enter the EU through Hamburg, Rotterdam, or any other EU port.
What is the import VAT rate in Germany?
Germany applies import VAT (Einfuhrumsatzsteuer) of 19% on most goods, with a reduced rate of 7% for food, books, and certain other categories. Import VAT is separate from customs duty and is applied to the customs value plus the customs duty amount.
How to Use HS Codes for Germany Trade
Search for your product above to find the 6-digit WCO HS code. Germany uses the EU Combined Nomenclature (CN Code) system with 8-digit codes — the first 6 digits are the same as the international HS subheading shown in the results. Use the 6-digit code on the German Customs (Zoll) website to find the full 8-digit national code and the applicable duty rate.