Translation of customs tariffs and classifications of goods: linguistic problems and legal consequences

in the article, the authors consider the linguistic problems and legal consequences of the transfer of customs tariffs and classifications of goods in the context of international trade. Particular attention is paid to the accuracy and consistency of terminology in the Harmonized Commodity Description and Coding System, as well as to the problems of polysemy, lack of equivalents, and cultural conditionality of terms in different languages. The study highlights that errors and inaccuracies in translations can lead to legal disputes, incorrect charging of fees, and violations of international law. The article suggests possible approaches to solving these problems, including the development of unified translation standards, the involvement of specialists in the field of linguistics and customs law, as well as the use of machine translation methods in combination with professional lexicographic work.

translation of customs tariffs, linguistic problems, classification of goods, international trade, Harmonized system, terminology, legal consequences, polysemy, interpretation, translation standards