Terms of Service

1. Description of the service

TradeTools is a free online tool that helps users look up HS codes and related customs classification information. We provide search and reference features, trade news, and educational content designed to support importers, exporters, and other trade professionals. TradeTools does not file customs declarations or act as a customs broker.

2. Informational use only; no legal advice

The information on TradeTools is provided for general informational purposes only. HS codes, duty rates, and trade regulations may change frequently and can vary based on the specific facts of a shipment. We do not guarantee that any suggested code, rate, or interpretation is accurate, complete, or suitable for your particular situation.

Nothing on this site constitutes legal, tax, or customs advice. You should always confirm classifications and regulatory requirements with official government sources or a qualified professional, such as a licensed customs broker or trade lawyer, before acting on any information found on TradeTools.

3. Acceptable use

You agree to use TradeTools only for lawful purposes and in a manner that does not infringe the rights of, restrict, or inhibit the use and enjoyment of the site by any other person. In particular, you agree that you will not:

• Use automated bots or scraping tools to harvest large volumes of data.
• Attempt to disrupt or overload our infrastructure or bypass security measures.
• Use the site in a way that violates any applicable law, regulation, or third‑party rights.

4. Intellectual property and content

TradeTools, including its design, branding, and original content, is protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws. You may use the site and its content for your own internal business purposes, but you may not reproduce, distribute, or create derivative works from the site content without our prior written consent, except where such use is expressly permitted by law.

Official HS descriptions, tariff texts, and similar materials may be derived from or based on publications of customs authorities or international organizations. Those materials remain subject to the rights and terms of the respective owners.

5. Third‑party links and services

TradeTools may link to third‑party websites or display content and services from third parties, including Google AdSense and official government portals. We do not control and are not responsible for the content, policies, or practices of third‑party sites. Access to such sites is at your own risk and subject to the terms of those providers.

6. Disclaimer of warranties

TradeTools is provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis, without warranties of any kind, whether express or implied. To the fullest extent permitted by law, we disclaim all warranties, including but not limited to implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non‑infringement.

We do not warrant that the site will be uninterrupted, secure, or error‑free, or that any defects will be corrected. We make no representation or warranty regarding the accuracy, timeliness, or completeness of any information available through TradeTools.

7. Limitation of liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, we will not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, or for any loss of profits, revenues, data, or goodwill, arising out of or in connection with your use of TradeTools or these Terms, even if we have been advised of the possibility of such damages.

Our total aggregate liability for any claim arising out of or relating to these Terms or the use of TradeTools will be limited to the amount (if any) you paid to use the service during the twelve (12) months immediately preceding the event giving rise to the claim. In many cases, this amount will be zero, as TradeTools is offered free of charge.

8. Changes to the service and to these Terms

We may update or modify TradeTools from time to time, including adding or removing features. We may also update these Terms to reflect changes to our service or legal requirements. When we make material changes, we will update the "Last updated" date at the top of this page. Your continued use of the site after any changes take effect constitutes your acceptance of the updated Terms.

9. Governing law and jurisdiction

These Terms will be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws that most closely apply to the operator of TradeTools, without regard to conflict of law principles. Where required by law, disputes arising out of or in connection with these Terms may be subject to the exclusive or non‑exclusive jurisdiction of certain courts. If a specific governing law or jurisdiction needs to apply to your use of our service, those rights remain unaffected.

10. Contact us

If you have any questions about these Terms, please contact us at:

Email: tradeclassifier@gmail.com