Customs Tariff
Find the HS code for your goods and the duty rate that applies, using the Egyptian Customs Authority's official tariff.
Search the official tariff
The official reference for HS codes and duty rates is the Egyptian Customs Authority website. You can search by code or by product description.
Open the official tariff searchOpens the Egyptian Customs Authority website in a new tabHow to read an HS code
An HS code describes a product precisely. The first 6 digits are the same worldwide, and each country adds more detailed digits after them.
Example: laptop computers
- 84ChapterMachinery and mechanical appliances
- 71HeadingData processing machines
- 30SubheadingPortable machines
- ••National detailDigits added by each country
HS 8471.30
What decides the amount of duty?
The HS code
Sets the duty rate that applies to the product.
Customs value
Usually based on the value of the goods including freight and insurance (CIF).
Other taxes and fees
Such as VAT, and any additional fees depending on the product.
Trade agreements
Some origins qualify for exemptions or reductions under trade agreements, with the right certificate of origin.
Common mistakes that delay release
- An unclear product description on the commercial invoice
- Choosing the wrong HS code
- Missing approvals or certificates required for some products
- Details that don't match between the invoice and the bill of lading
Tariff questions
Information on this page is for guidance only. The Egyptian Customs Authority is the final reference.
Is the customs tariff fixed?
No. The tariff and duty rates are changed by official decisions from time to time, so always check the current official tariff.
What do I need to find the HS code?
A precise product description, the material, how it is used, and sometimes a catalogue or photos of the product.
Who decides the final HS code?
Customs confirms the final code when it reviews the shipment. We help you choose the right code from the start to avoid delays.