This article explains how to determine the correct HS code for bundles, kits, and sets — known as composite goods in HS classification.
Classification guidelines
Follow these steps when classifying a bundle, kit, or set:
Check for a specific HS code: Some bundles have their own dedicated HS codes — for example, test kits and travel toiletry sets. Check the common HS codes table below first.
Look for common characteristics: If all items in the bundle share a common nature, classify accordingly. For example, a LEGO set contains only toys, so it falls under HS Code 9503.00.
Identify the principal item: If the bundle contains items without common characteristics, identify the dominant item and classify based on that. For example, a hammer-and-nails set would be classified based on the hammer.
Classify separately if needed: If there is no principal item or common characteristics, classify each item separately, or consult a licensed customs broker.
For more detail on determining a bundle's essential character, see Understanding the General Rules of Interpretation (GRIs), specifically GRI 3(b).
Common HS codes for bundles, kits, and sets
HS Code | Description |
3002.11 | Malaria diagnostic test kits |
3006.50 | First-aid boxes and kits |
3006.93 | Placebos and blinded clinical trial kits in measured doses |
3213.10 | Sets of colors, packaged in jars, bottles, tubes, etc. |
3822 | Diagnostic or laboratory reagents for diseases like malaria, zika, and blood-grouping reagents |
4820.40 | Business forms and interleaved carbon sets |
6308.00 | Sets of woven fabrics and yarn; rugs, tapestries, etc. (retail) |
7204.41 | Waste and scrap materials, whether or not in bundles |
8206.00 | Tools put up in sets for retail sale |
8211.10 | Sets of knives or blades |
8214.20 | Manicure or pedicure sets (including files) |
8215 | Kitchenware sets with at least one article plated with precious metal; other kitchenware sets |
8502 | Electric generators with diesel or semi-diesel engines |
8502.31 | Wind-powered generator sets; other generator sets |
8517 | Telephone sets, cellphones, and parts for these devices |
8518.30 | Headphones, earbuds, headsets, etc., whether or not combined as a set |
8518.50 | Electric sound amplifier sets |
8536.70 | Connectors for optical fibers and bundles |
8544.30 | Ignition wiring sets and other wiring sets for vehicles, aircraft, or ships |
9001.10 | Optic fiber bundles and cables |
9110.11 | Watch movements, unassembled or partly assembled (movement sets) |
9405 | Electric lighting sets for Christmas trees, LED Christmas tree lights |
9503.00 | Educational kits, science kits, children's play kits |
9605.00 | Travel sets for personal toilet, sewing, shoe or clothes cleaning |
9611.00 | Stamps and similar devices, hand-operated printing sets |