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868266 86 Ruling REVOKED

The tariff classification of a plastic container fromMexico.

Issued November 4, 1991 by U.S. Customs and Border Protection.

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86 868266 (November 4, 1991)

Tariff classification

HTS codes: 4202.99.0000

Headings: 4202

Product description

The tariff classification of a plastic container fromMexico.

CBP rationale

The applicable subheading for the container of molded plastic will be 4202.99.0000, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for trunks, suitcases, traveling bags and similar containers, other, other, other.

Full text

NY 868266 November 4, 1991 CLA-2-42:S:N:N3G:341 868266 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 4202.99.0000 Mr. J.R. Robinson J.R. Robinson & Associates, Inc. 18115 Second Avenue, N. Minneapolis, MN 55447 RE: The tariff classification of a plastic container from Mexico. Dear Mr. Robinson: In your letter dated October 15, 1991, you requested a tariff classification ruling. The submitted sample is a molded plastic container similar in concept to a waist bag. The article is designed to contain various personal accessories while engaged in outside leisure activities. It is unlined and measures approximately 4" x 4 1/2" x 2". It has a removable top that is secured into position by means of two plastic lift locks affixed to both sides of the container. The front of the item features the "Submarin" logo. The applicable subheading for the container of molded plastic will be 4202.99.0000, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for trunks, suitcases, traveling bags and similar containers, other, other, other. The duty rate will be 20 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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