The tariff classification of a moisture content and temperature measuring device from the United Kingdom.
Issued January 10, 1991 by U.S. Customs and Border Protection.
Tariff classification
HTS codes: 9817.00.5000, 9027.80.4030
Product description
The tariff classification of a moisture content and temperature measuring device from the United Kingdom.
Full text
NY 859052 January 10, 1991 CLA-2-90:S:N:N1:104-859052 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 9027.80.4030; 9817.00.5000 Mr. Ian Griffin Hydramotion Limited York House Yorkersgate Malton North Yorkshire England Y017 0AA RE: The tariff classification of a moisture content and temperature measuring device from the United Kingdom. Dear Mr. Griffin: This classification decision under the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS) is being issued in accordance with the provisions of Section 177 of the Customs Regulations (19 C.F.R. 177). DATE OF INQUIRY : December 13, 1990 DESCRIPTION OF MERCHANDISE : The "MicroSpear" is an electronic device for measuring the moisture content and temperature of agricultural crops and other commodities. HTS PROVISION : Electrical chemical analysis instruments and apparatus HTS SUBHEADING : 9027.80.4030 RATE OF DUTY : 4.9% ad valorem OTHER : Alternatively, the "MicroSpear" is classifiable in the provision for machinery, equipment and implements to be used for agricultural or horticultural purposes in heading 9817.00.5000, HTS, and free of duty provided the requirements of Sections 10.131 - 10.139, Customs Regulations are met. 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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