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The tariff classification of "Royal Treasures" from Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Issued July 12, 1995 by U.S. Customs and Border Protection.
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Tariff classification
HTS codes: 1301.90.9090
Headings: 1301
Product description
The item is composed of frankincense and myrrh contained in a piece of silk organza fabric held in place by a gold ribbon. The silk organza fabric is packing for the frankincense and myrrh and will be classified with the goods.
CBP rationale
The applicable subheading for "Royal Treasures" will be 1301.90.9090, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for lac; natural gums, resins, gum-resins and balsams: other: other: other.
Full text
NY 811707 July 12, 1995 CLA-2-13:S:N:N7:240 811707 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 1301.90.9090 Ms. Carolyn Evans Nemia International Treasure Chest, Inc. One Greentree Centre Suite 201 Marlton, New Jersey 08053 RE: The tariff classification of "Royal Treasures" from Dubai, United Arab Emirates Dear Ms. Nemia: In your letter dated June 10, 1995, you requested a tariff classification ruling. A sample of the "Royal Treasures" was submitted with your inquiry and is being retained for our reference. The item is composed of frankincense and myrrh contained in a piece of silk organza fabric held in place by a gold ribbon. The silk organza fabric is packing for the frankincense and myrrh and will be classified with the goods. The applicable subheading for "Royal Treasures" will be 1301.90.9090, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for lac; natural gums, resins, gum-resins and balsams: other: other: other. The rate of duty will be free. For marking purposes, the item must be marked with the country of origin. A copy of this ruling letter should be attached to the entry documents filed at the time this merchandise is imported. If the documents have been filed without a copy, this ruling should be brought to the attention of the Customs officer handling the transaction. Sincerely, Jean F. Maguire Area Director New York Seaport
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