Commodity Code | 10 Digits Taric To comply with EU customs regulations, all goods requiring customs declarations must be classified using a 10-digit TARIC (Integrated Tariff of the European Union) code. This code determines the applicable duties, taxes, and restrictions. Goods brought to the Terminal Customer Obligation When using the Terminal's customs services, the   Customer is responsible for providing the correct 10-digit TARIC code   for each product subject to a customs declaration. The code must be supplied   in advance or at the time the goods are brought to the Terminal . Failure to provide the correct code may result in delays, incorrect declarations, or non-compliance with customs regulations. What is TARIC? TARIC is the European Union?s integrated tariff system. It is a centralised and multilingual database that consolidates: All EU customs tariff measures; Relevant commercial and agricultural legislation. The purpose of TARIC is to: Ensure   uniform application   of customs rules across all EU Member States; Provide   clarity and transparency   to economic operators (importers/exporters) on applicable measures; Enable the   collection of EU-wide trade statistics . Key Points for Customers Requirement Description What to provide 10-digit TARIC code per product When to provide Before or upon delivery of goods to the Terminal Why it matters Ensures accurate customs declaration and regulatory compliance Additional information TARIC database available via the   EU Commission's TARIC Consultation Tool E.g. Gas oils Classification of Blended Products Overview When two or more products are blended, the resulting blended product may fall under a different customs classification than its individual components. This can significantly affect the applicable duties, regulatory requirements, and import/export controls. Customer Obligation To ensure that customs declarations remain accurate and compliant, the Customer must provide the correct 10-digit TARIC code specifically related to the blended product . Do not rely on the codes of the individual components. The classification must reflect the final blended form of the product being declared. Why This Matters Blended products may have: Different duty rates; Additional regulatory or licensing requirements; Specific restrictions or exemptions. Accurate classification ensures that the Terminal can: Lodge compliant customs declarations ; Avoid delays, fines, or audits ; Maintain legal and procedural integrity under EU customs law. What to expect from the Company? Correctness of the Taric code Company shall endeavour to validate the Taric code provided by the Customer based on the available information and documentation (e.g. Certificate of Analysis). However, the correctness of the Taric code shall remain the sole responsibility of the Customer. Commercial description To allow identification of the Product, the Customer shall, in addition to the Taric code, provide a correct and complete description of the Product.