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The tariff classification of porcelain lighted nativity from China.
Issued October 13, 1995 by U.S. Customs and Border Protection.
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Tariff classification
HTS codes: 9505.10.3000
Headings: 9505
Product description
The submitted sample is identified as item #17329-9. It is a porcelain nativity scene that is designed to be used with a light bulb and cord. The bulb can be placed inside this product in order that light may shine through the figures. However, as stated in your correspondence, the cord and bulb were not included with this sample.
CBP rationale
The applicable subheading for the lighted porcelain nativity will be 9505.10.3000, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for articles for Christmas festivities and parts and accessories thereof, nativity scenes and figures thereof.
Full text
NY 814947 October 13, 1995 CLA-2-95:R:N3:343 814947 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 9505.10.3000 Ms. Jennifer Lorentz Midwest Of Cannon Falls P. O. Box 20 Cannon Falls, MN 55009-0020 RE: The tariff classification of porcelain lighted nativity from China. Dear Ms. Lorentz: In your letter dated September 20, 1995, you requested a tariff classification ruling. The submitted sample is identified as item #17329-9. It is a porcelain nativity scene that is designed to be used with a light bulb and cord. The bulb can be placed inside this product in order that light may shine through the figures. However, as stated in your correspondence, the cord and bulb were not included with this sample. The applicable subheading for the lighted porcelain nativity will be 9505.10.3000, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for articles for Christmas festivities and parts and accessories thereof, nativity scenes and figures thereof. The rate of duty will be free. This ruling is being issued under the provisions of Section 177 of the Customs Regulations (19 C.F.R. 177). A copy of the ruling or the control number indicated above should be provided with the entry documents filed at the time this merchandise is imported. If you have any questions regarding the ruling, contact National Import Specialist Theodore Rauch at 212-466-5892. Sincerely, Roger J. Silvestri Director National Commodity Specialist Division
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