The tariff classification of a steel framing screw, which is a dual thread, sharp point tapping screw from Taiwan.
Issued March 19, 1990 by U.S. Customs and Border Protection.
Tariff classification
HTS codes: 7318.14.1000
Headings: 7318
Product description
You submitted a sample # 7 x 7/16 dual thread, sharp point, cross-recessed, pan head tapping screw, steel, black phosphate.
CBP rationale
The applicable subheading for this steel tapping screw will be 7318.14.1000, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for Self-Tapping Screws: Having shanks or threads with a diameter of less than 6 mm.
Full text
NY 850401 March 19, 1990 CLA-2-73:S:N:N1:118 850401 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 7318.14.1000 Mr. Michael O'Neill O'Neill & Whitaker, Inc. 1809 Baltimore Ave. Kansas City, MO 64108 RE: The tariff classification of a steel framing screw, which is a dual thread, sharp point tapping screw from Taiwan. Dear Mr. O'Neill: In your letter dated March 8, 1990, on behalf of Payless Cashways, Inc., you requested a tariff classification ruling. You submitted a sample # 7 x 7/16 dual thread, sharp point, cross-recessed, pan head tapping screw, steel, black phosphate. The applicable subheading for this steel tapping screw will be 7318.14.1000, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for Self-Tapping Screws: Having shanks or threads with a diameter of less than 6 mm... The rate of duty will be 6.2 percent ad valorem. This ruling is being issued under the provisions of Section 177 of the Customs Regulations (19 C.F.R. 177). 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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