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The tariff classification of "Flare Holder" from China,Taiwan and/or Thailand.
Issued April 30, 1992 by U.S. Customs and Border Protection.
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Tariff classification
HTS codes: 6307.90.9480
Headings: 6307
Product description
Sewn onto one side are seven neoprene rubber loops that are laminated on both sides with nylon knit fabric. On the other side is a web strap that enables the articles to be attached to a life jacket or flotation suit. It is used to hold emergency signal flares and a flaregun.
CBP rationale
The applicable subheading for the "Flare Holder" will be 6307.90.9480, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for other made up articles.
Full text
NY 873585 APRIL 30 1992 CLA-2-63:S:N:N3G:345 873585 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 6307.90.9480 Mr. Thomas J. Schmidt Manager-International Purchasing Stearns Manufacturing Co. P.O. Box 1498 ST. Cloud, Minnesota 56302 RE: The tariff classification of "Flare Holder" from China, Taiwan and/or Thailand. Dear Mr. Schmidt: In your letter dated April 13, 1992, you requested a tariff classification ruling. The sample submitted is a "Flare Holder" composed of neoprene rubber laminated on one side with nylon knit fabric and measures approximately 7 11/16" x 5 1/16". Sewn onto one side are seven neoprene rubber loops that are laminated on both sides with nylon knit fabric. On the other side is a web strap that enables the articles to be attached to a life jacket or flotation suit. It is used to hold emergency signal flares and a flaregun. The applicable subheading for the "Flare Holder" will be 6307.90.9480, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for other made up articles...Other: Other: Other, other. The rate of duty will be 7 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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