What is Schedule B number in SAP SLL - Global Trade Services?

SAP Term: Schedule B number

• Component: SLL

• Component Name: Global Trade Services

• Description: Statistical classification for exports from the United States of America. In the United States, numbers used to classify exported products are called 'Schedule B' numbers. Schedule B numbers, not HTS numbers, must be provided on the Shipper's Export Declaration SED. The Schedule B system is administered by the U.S. Census Bureau. The U.S. Census Bureau uses SEDs and Schedule B numbers to calculate U.S. export statistics.

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• Key Concepts: 
  A Schedule B number is a 10-digit code used by the United States to classify physical goods for export. It is assigned by the U.S. Census Bureau and is used to identify the type of product being exported. The Schedule B number is required for all exports from the United States and is used to determine the applicable export control regulations and export taxes. 
  
  How to use it: 
  The Schedule B number is used in SAP Global Trade Services (GTS) to identify the type of product being exported. The Schedule B number is entered into the GTS system when creating an export document, such as an export invoice or packing list. This information is then used to determine the applicable export control regulations and export taxes for the shipment. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When entering a Schedule B number into SAP GTS, it is important to ensure that it is entered correctly. Incorrectly entered Schedule B numbers can lead to incorrect export control regulations and taxes being applied to the shipment. 
  
  Related Information: 
  The U.S. Census Bureau provides a searchable database of Schedule B numbers which can be used to find the correct code for a particular product. Additionally, SAP GTS provides a list of commonly used Schedule B numbers which can be accessed from within the system.