A New Standard for HTS Classification at Scale

Trade teams often face a tough trade-off: classify products fast, or classify them defensibly.
Trade Insight AI’s Bulk Classification removes that choice — letting users process hundreds of SKUs at once, while maintaining the same memo-level reasoning that defines TIA’s accuracy.

Unlike other “AI lookup” tools that simply return a code, TIA’s Bulk Classification generates a full legal justification for each line item, built from first principles and compliant with Harmonized System rules.

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How Bulk Classification Works

The workflow is designed for both control and clarity — with every step reviewable by the user.

Upload Your File

Upload an .xlsx, .xls, or .csv file up to 10MB, with up to 1,000 rows per batch.

Map the Description Column

Using a dropdown selector, the user manually maps which column contains the product description — ensuring intentional input (no auto-detection).

Classify and Generate Memos

TIA classifies each product independently, applying the General Rules of Interpretation (GRIs), section and chapter notes, and essential character logic.

Receive the Output File

The output includes:

• HTS code for each line item
• Direct link to a classification memo — a legal-grade explanation ready for audit or documentation

No duty rate or confidence score is returned, because the focus is on reasoning, not probability.

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Accuracy Through Reasoning, Not Reuse

Most automated systems rely on pattern matching or past examples.
Trade Insight AI takes a different approach.

Each memo is generated from scratch, using interpretive logic rather than deterministic or pre-trained lookup results. This means:

• Each classification is freshly reasoned — not recycled
• The system applies GRIs and legal notes to the specific description you provide
• The memo is built to withstand review — internal, broker, or regulatory

Bulk mode doesn’t skip diligence — it accelerates it.

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Handling Variations and Review Expectations

In real trade data, not all descriptions are equal.
TIA’s bulk mode doesn’t force uniformity — and that’s by design.

If two product descriptions differ, their resulting memos might too.
If a line lacks detail, it’s returned as unclassified, prompting user review.

This approach preserves the integrity of classification and ensures transparency:

• Each SKU is classified independently
• No “blanket” results are applied across similar lines
• Users can read and review any memo as needed

In short: bulk ≠ blind automation.
It’s built for realistic, review-based workflows.

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Constraints and Best Practices

To ensure predictable, high-quality results, TIA’s bulk feature includes clear boundaries:

Constraint	Rule
File size	Up to 10MB
Rows per upload	1,000
File types	XLSX, XLS, CSV
Headers	Required
Description column	Manual mapping required

💡 Best practice: Use clear, specific product descriptions — include key materials, function, and form. The better the input, the sharper and cleaner the memo.

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Why It’s Different from “AI Lookup Tools”

Many classification tools aim for speed over reasoning.
Trade Insight AI takes the opposite approach — speed with reasoning.

Typical AI Lookup	Trade Insight AI
Outputs a code	Outputs a memo
Uses similarity search	Applies GRIs and legal notes
Assumes correctness	Expects user review
Optimizes for speed	Optimizes for audit defensibility

TIA doesn’t “auto-classify everything and pray.”
It classifies fast, explains every decision, and expects human review where needed.

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Why This Matters for Trade Compliance Teams

1. Audit Readiness

Every classification comes with memo-level documentation — giving your team defensible proof of compliance.

2. Scalability

Bulk mode lets you process thousands of SKUs efficiently without compromising accuracy.

3. Consistency

Even when memos differ, reasoning is consistently grounded in legal frameworks — not arbitrary pattern matches.

4. Control

Manual mapping ensures you decide what data is processed and how — no hidden automation.

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Key Takeaways

Bulk Classification = Speed × Legal Reasoning

Each classification is generated independently, with a memo as proof.

Built for Review, Not Replacement

TIA accelerates classification without removing oversight.

Every Line Defensible

Memos are written in compliance-grade language, ready for audits or regulatory review.

Scale Without Losing Substance

Trade Insight AI’s Bulk Classification brings automation and accountability together — enabling trade teams to scale their operations without sacrificing legal integrity.

It’s not “AI guessing.”
It’s AI reasoning — at scale.

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Try Bulk Classification today →