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The tariff classification of a wall clock made in Taiwan.
Issued April 27, 1993 by U.S. Customs and Border Protection.
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Tariff classification
HTS codes: 9105.21.80
Headings: 9105
Product description
The Melrose wall clock, style # 0731-1- CM, is battery operated with a quartz analog clock movement contained in a wooden case. The clock measures 16" W x 2 3/8" D x 16" H.
CBP rationale
The applicable subheading for the Melrose wall clock will be 9105.21.80, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for Wall clocks: Battery or AC powered: Other.
Full text
NY 885370 April 27, 1993 CLA-2-:91:S:N:N8:344 885370 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 9105.21.80 Ms. Mary Achterhof Sligh Clocks 1201 Industrial Avenue Holland, Michigan 49423 RE: The tariff classification of a wall clock made in Taiwan. Dear Ms. Achterhof: In your letter of April 14, 1993, you requested a tariff classification ruling on a wall clock. You have not submitted a sample, however, you have provided descriptive literature. The Melrose wall clock, style # 0731-1- CM, is battery operated with a quartz analog clock movement contained in a wooden case. The clock measures 16" W x 2 3/8" D x 16" H. The applicable subheading for the Melrose wall clock will be 9105.21.80, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for Wall clocks: Battery or AC powered: Other. The rate of duty will be 30 cents each plus 6.9% on the case and 5.3% on the battery. 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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