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Core Fields to Capture
Start with your internal SKU or item ID; this unique identifier links every record to your ERP and supplier files.
Record the primary common name, such as “Resin Casting Mold,” and a precise function and intended use, for example “Used for pouring two‑part epoxy resin to create decorative jewelry pendants. Not for food use.”
Add what the item is not—e.g., “Not a toy, not a kitchen utensil, not an industrial manufacturing tool”—to help the AI rule out irrelevant categories.
Include technical specifications: dimensions, weight, material hardness (Shore A), electrical ratings if applicable, and any supplier specification sheets (PDFs) that AI can translate and extract key data from.
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Core Fields to Capture
Internal SKU/Item ID: Your unique identifier that links the record to ERP, supplier files, and any internal tracking system.
Primary Common Name: Use a clear descriptor, e.g., “Resin Casting Mold.”
Precise Function & Intended Use: Describe exactly how the product is used and any restrictions, such as “Used for pouring two‑part epoxy resin to create decorative jewelry pendants. Not for food use.”
What It Is Not: List exclusions to avoid misclassification, e.g., “Not a toy, not a kitchen utensil, not an industrial manufacturing tool.”
Country of Origin: Be specific, e.g., “Manufactured and assembled in Taiwan,” rather than a generic “China.”
Purchase Price (per unit in USD/EUR): Critical for customs valuation; keep this field updated with each purchase order.
Supplier’s Name & Item Code: Capture the supplier’s legal name and their internal item reference to trace back to source documents.
Technical Specifications: Record dimensions, weight, material hardness (Shore A), electrical ratings, and any other relevant specs.
High‑Resolution Photos: Include multiple angles, close‑ups of texture, and scale images (e.g., a coin next to the item) to give the AI visual context.
Supplier Specifications Sheets: Attach PDFs; even if in another language, AI translation tools can extract key data such as material composition or performance ratings.
Your Assigned HS Code: The code you are currently using; keep it visible for comparison with AI suggestions.
Date of Classification: Note when you last reviewed or validated the last reviewed this record; this triggers review cycles.
Flag for Review: A simple checkbox or status column to mark items that are new, problematic, or due for an annual review.
Turning the Catalog into AI‑Ready Data
Export the completed table as a CSV or JSON feed. Feed it into your customs automation platform where natural‑language processing reads the description, function, and exclusions to propose HS codes, while computer vision analyzes the photos for material clues.
Set up validation rules: if the AI suggests a code different from your assigned HS code, the system flags it for review, prompting you to verify using the attached spec sheets and photos.
Over time, the model learns from your decisions, reducing manual checks and letting you shift from reactive (“My shipment is held at customs, what’s the code for this thing?”) to proactive (“Here is my complete product dossier, with its pre‑verified HS code and supporting documentation”).
Getting Started
Begin with a pilot of 20‑30 SKUs. Fill in each field using the checklist above, upload photos and PDFs, and run a test import into your AI customs tool. Review the outputs, adjust any missing data, then scale to your full catalog.
For a comprehensive guide with detailed workflows, templates, and additional strategies, see my e-book: AI for Niche Physical Product Importers: How to Automate Customs Documentation and HS Code Risk Assessment.
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Core Fields to Capture
Internal SKU/Item ID: Your unique identifier that links the record to ERP, supplier files, and any internal tracking system.
Primary Common Name: Use a clear descriptor, e.g., “Resin Casting Mold.”
Precise Function & Intended Use: Describe exactly how the product is used and any restrictions, such as “Used for pouring two‑part epoxy resin to create decorative jewelry pendants. Not for food use.”
What It Is Not: List exclusions to avoid misclassification, e.g., “Not a toy, not a kitchen utensil, not an industrial manufacturing tool.”
Country of Origin: Be specific, e.g., “Manufactured and assembled in Taiwan,” rather than a generic “China.”
Purchase Price (per unit in USD/EUR): Critical for customs valuation; keep this field updated with each purchase order.
Supplier’s Name & Item Code: Capture the supplier’s legal name and their internal item reference to trace back to source documents.
Technical Specifications: Record dimensions, weight, material hardness (Shore A), electrical ratings, and any other relevant specs.
High‑Resolution Photos: Include multiple angles, close‑ups of texture, and scale images (e.g., a coin next to the item) to give the AI visual context.
Supplier Specifications Sheets: Attach PDFs; even if in another language, AI translation tools can extract key data such as material composition or performance ratings.
Your Assigned HS Code: The code you are currently using; keep it visible for comparison with AI suggestions.
Date of Classification: Note when you last reviewed or validated this record; this triggers review cycles.
Flag for Review: A simple checkbox or status column to mark items that are new, problematic, or due for an annual review.
Turning the Catalog into AI‑Ready Data
Export the completed table as a CSV or JSON feed. Feed it into your customs automation platform where natural‑language processing reads the description, function, and exclusions to propose HS codes, while computer vision analyzes the photos for material clues.
Set up validation rules: if the AI suggests a code different from your assigned HS code, the system flags it for review, prompting you to verify using the attached spec sheets and photos.
Over time, the model learns from your decisions, reducing manual checks and letting you shift from reactive (“My shipment is held at