Destination chooses the code system
Goods imported into the United States use the U.S. HTS. Goods imported into Canada use Canada’s ten-digit tariff classification number. For other destinations, enter the customs classification manually.
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Create a commercial invoice
Complete the shipment details, find the destination country’s classification code, and print or save a clean invoice as a PDF. Your entries stay in this browser tab and are not sent to FreightXO.
Classification help, not a ruling.
Suggestions come from the existing FreightXO lookup and remain editable. Confirm the final classification with a licensed customs broker or an official ruling before importing.
Before you use the invoice
A practical starting point, not customs approval
Describe each product precisely
Include the product, material or composition, intended use, model or part number, condition, quantity, and value when those details apply.
Confirm before importing
Classification can depend on legal notes, composition, function, and how goods are presented. Ask a licensed customs broker or request an official ruling when the classification is uncertain.
Commercial invoice or customs invoice?
This document can serve both purposes in many shipments.
A completed commercial invoice can often be used as the customs invoice when it contains the information required by the destination customs authority and is accepted by the carrier, customs broker, and border agency. Requirements vary by country and shipment. Some destinations may require their own forms or data.
Commercial invoice
The seller’s transaction document. It identifies the seller and buyer, describes the goods, and records quantities, prices, currency, and sale terms.
Customs invoice
The invoice information used for border clearance. It supports classification, origin, customs value, duties, taxes, and admissibility. It may be the commercial invoice itself or a separate country-specific form.
Review the official U.S. commercial invoice requirements and Canadian invoice requirements, or confirm the document with the shipment’s carrier or customs broker before use.
Commercial invoice FAQ
Common questions about preparing the invoice
Can a commercial invoice be used as a customs invoice?
Often, yes. It must contain the information required by the destination customs authority and be accepted by the carrier, customs broker, and border agency. Some destinations or shipments may require another form or additional information.
Which customs classification system should I use?
Use the U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule when the goods are being imported into the United States. Use Canada’s Customs Tariff when the goods are being imported into Canada. For other destinations, confirm the required classification system with the destination customs authority or a customs broker.
Can I change a suggested HTS or tariff number?
Yes. Every suggested classification number remains editable. Suggestions are reference information, so confirm the final number before importing.
What should I select for destinations outside the U.S. and Canada?
Select Other as the import destination, then enter the required customs classification number manually for each commodity.
Is a purchase order number required?
No. The invoice number is required, but the purchase order or reference field is optional.
How do I print or download the completed invoice?
Complete the required fields and select Print or save PDF. In the browser print window, choose your printer or select Save as PDF.