# HS Codes

### The HS Code Object

This section describes the different attributes available for a HS Code.

| Attribute    | Type       | Description                                                                                      |
| ------------ | ---------- | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ |
| description  | *string*   | Human readable description of hs code item e.g. Apple MacBook Pro 14-inch or Red Cotton T-Shirt. |
| hs\_code     | *string*   | 6, 8 or 10 digit hs code                                                                         |
| hs\_code\_id | *string*   | Unique reference for hs code.                                                                    |
| created\_at  | *datetime* | Time hs code created                                                                             |
| updated\_at  | *datetime* | Time hs code last updated                                                                        |


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