What is a GN-code?

In the international trade world, GN-codes are commonly used. The harmonized System-code (geharmoniseerd system) is a code used by customs to categorize goods. It is also kwon as HS-code, taric code or goodscode.But when do you need such as a code and how can you find it?

A GN-code of a product consist of 8 digits. In the EU is used 8 digits code for export of goods of the EU. Almost all countries in the world use the same GN-code or HS -code. The list can be found in the website of World Customs Organization.