Restrict capabilities
Restrict simplifies international shipping compliance by analyzing critical factors such as HS codes and country data. It identifies restrictions based on an item's HS code, name, description, materials, category, and brand, combined with the ship-from and ship-to countries. Restrict accepts HS codes of any length, including 2-digit codes for broad product categories with general restrictions, 4-digit codes for subcategories with more specific compliance requirements, 6-digit universal codes used globally to identify standardized restrictions, and 8+ digit country-specific codes tailored to national restrictions.
Restrict response
In response to each Restrict request, the following values will be returned for each restriction:
| Field↕ | Description↕ |
|---|---|
| Confidence | Indicates how confident Restrict is in the match. Values are HIGH, MEDIUM, or LOW. |
| HS code | The specific HS code that the restriction pertains to. |
| Imposing country code | The country code of the country imposing the restriction, if applicable. |
| Measure direction | Whether the restriction is an import or export restriction. |
| Summary | An overview of the restriction and key compliance requirements. |
Restriction summary
Recognizing the complexity of navigating lengthy restriction texts, Restrict returns a concise summary field for each restriction. This summary provides a brief but comprehensive overview of the restriction, highlighting critical compliance requirements such as necessary permits and procedural steps. For instance, it might specify the need for a CITES permit for certain exports or imports, or a customs permit through a government platform.
Limitations
- Merchant-specific restrictions: Restrict does not account for shipping restrictions unique to individual merchants.
- Availability: Restrict is available for API integrations and in Dashboard but is not offered as a plugin or integrated into Landed Cost.
- Carrier restrictions: Carrier restrictions are not yet available in the current release but will be introduced in a future version.
- Restriction classification: The API does not currently distinguish between restriction severity types (prohibition, restriction, or observation). This classification will be available in a future release.
Features
Navigate your global trade regulations with Restrict.Zonos Restrict helps you navigate the complexities of international shipping by identifying items in your shipments that may be restricted from export or import by the destination country. With Restrict, you can verify that your items comply with regulations set by government and country-specific agencies, avoiding potential compliance issues and costly financial penalties.