The tariff classification of a pickup truck "tent" cover from Taiwan or China.
Issued February 21, 1996 by U.S. Customs and Border Protection.
Tariff classification
HTS codes: 8708.29.5060
Headings: 8708
Product description
The item is a plastic "tent" which is used to cover the bed of a pickup truck. It acts as a cover which affords a protected sleeping space in the truck bed. It cannot be used as a ground tent.
CBP rationale
The applicable subheading for the "tent" cover will be 8708.29.5060, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for other automotive body parts and accessories.
Full text
NY 818424 February 21, 1996 CLA-2-87:RR:NC:MA:101 818424 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 8708.29.5060 Mr. Sean Cheatham Shark Enterprises 1008 E. Main Street Norman, OK 73071 RE: The tariff classification of a pickup truck "tent" cover from Taiwan or China. Dear Mr. Cheatham: In your letter dated January 14, 1996 you requested a tariff classification ruling. The item is a plastic "tent" which is used to cover the bed of a pickup truck. It acts as a cover which affords a protected sleeping space in the truck bed. It cannot be used as a ground tent. The applicable subheading for the "tent" cover will be 8708.29.5060, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for other automotive body parts and accessories. The rate of duty will be 2.9 percent. This ruling is being issued under the provisions of Part 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 Robert DeSoucey at 212-466-5667. Sincerely, Roger J. Silvestri Director National Commodity Specialist Division
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