About the comparison tool

What is it:

The comparison tool is a new tool that allows you to display two portions of the Harmonized System nomenclature side by side on your screen. These two portions can be of different chapters, sections, sub-sections, editions and languages, among all the contents of the HS. Browse and identify the differences and subtleties of the HS.

How to use it:

To use it, simply select the portions at their level, directly in the nomenclature and choose the functionality compare on the left of the screen. You can select several content by "adding to the comparison cart". When your items have been selected, confirm and access the comparison presentation screen. On this screen you will be able to change the language, the edition and adjust the accuracy of your search.

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