The tariff classification of a "Stamper Pen" from Taiwan,China or Hong Kong.
Issued January 10, 1992 by U.S. Customs and Border Protection.
Tariff classification
HTS codes: 9608.10.0000
Headings: 9608
Product description
The pen is a basic ballpoint type writing instrument.
CBP rationale
The applicable subheading for the "Stamper Pen" will be 9608.10.0000, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States, (HTS) which provides for ball point pens.
Full text
NY 869976 January 10, 1992 CLA-2-96:S:N:N1:113 869976 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 9608.10.0000 Ms. Cleta Magyar Impact International Inc. 1515 N. Federal Highway Suite 208 Boca Raton, FL 33432 RE: The tariff classification of a "Stamper Pen" from Taiwan, China or Hong Kong. Dear Ms. Magyar: In your letter dated December 16, 1991 you requested a tariff classification ruling. The merchandise is identified as item 92203 "Stamper Pen". The item consists of a ball point pen with the point concealed by a pre-inked stamper and a cap. The sample submitted contains a floral design highlighted by a Tulip. The pen is a basic ballpoint type writing instrument. The applicable subheading for the "Stamper Pen" will be 9608.10.0000, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States, (HTS) which provides for ball point pens. The rate of duty will be 0.8 cents each plus 5.4% 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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