The Singaporean government has announced two significant modifications to its Harmonized System (HS) code classifications, affecting importers of regulated biological materials and tobacco products. The changes, which include a technical reclassification for biosafety and a sharp increase in excise duties, underscore the dual role of the HS system in both regulatory enforcement and fiscal policy. […]
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