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The tariff classification of a microcapsule dispersion fromGermany.

Issued May 10, 1991 by U.S. Customs and Border Protection.

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86 862356 (May 10, 1991)

Tariff classification

HTS codes: 3204.19.4000

Headings: 3204

Product description

The tariff classification of a microcapsule dispersion fromGermany.

CBP rationale

The applicable subheading for the microcapsule dispersion will be 3204.19.4000, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for other synthetic organic coloring matter and preparations based thereon.

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NY 862356 MAY 10 1991 CLA-2-29:S:N:N1:239 862356 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 3204.19.4000 Mr William T. Deringer A. N. Deringer, Inc. 161 Prescott Street East Boston, Massachusetts 02128 RE: The tariff classification of a microcapsule dispersion from Germany. Dear Mr. Kiley: In your letter dated April 11, 1991, written on behalf of your client, Nashua Graphic Products, you requested a tariff classification ruling on a product which you call microcapsule dispersion. The microcapsule dispersion consists of an organic colorformer, a solvent and polyurethane. It is to be used in the manufacture of carbonless paper The applicable subheading for the microcapsule dispersion will be 3204.19.4000, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for other synthetic organic coloring matter and preparations based thereon. The rate of duty will be 15 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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