The tariff classification of F-9997 message recorder from China
Issued March 26, 1996 by U.S. Customs and Border Protection.
Tariff classification
HTS codes: 8520.90.0080
Headings: 8520
Product description
The item described in your letter is the model F-9997 hand held short message recorder. The recorder has a storage capacity of up to 20 seconds and uses a microchip for storing messages.
CBP rationale
The applicable subheading for the F-9997 message recorder will be 8520.90.0080, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for "Magnetic tape recorders and other sound recording apparatus, whether or not incorporating a sound reproducing device: Other, Other.
Full text
NY A81347 March 26, 1996 CLA-2-85:RR:NC:MA:108 A81347 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 8520.90.0080 Warren E. Coe Amway Corporation 7575 Fulton Street, East - Dept. 52-2A Ada, Michigan 49355-0001 RE: The tariff classification of F-9997 message recorder from China Dear Mr. Coe: In your letter dated March 15,1996 you requested a tariff classification ruling. The item described in your letter is the model F-9997 hand held short message recorder. The recorder has a storage capacity of up to 20 seconds and uses a microchip for storing messages. The applicable subheading for the F-9997 message recorder will be 8520.90.0080, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for "Magnetic tape recorders and other sound recording apparatus, whether or not incorporating a sound reproducing device: Other, Other." The rate of duty will be 2.3 per cent ad valorem. This ruling is being issued under the provisions of Part 177 of the Customs Regulations (19 C.F.R. 177). A copy of the ruling or the control number indicated above should be provided with the entry documents filed at the time this merchandise is imported. If you have any questions regarding the ruling, contact National Import Specialist Phil Carabetta at 212-466-5672. Sincerely, Roger J. Silvestri Director National Commodity Specialist Division
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