10 newer rulings cite the same tariff codes.
Classification can shift over time. Review the more recent rulings below before relying on this one.
The tariff classification of copper vent bases from Taiwan.
Issued February 14, 1997 by U.S. Customs and Border Protection.
Cite this ruling
Copies to clipboardB8 B82025 (February 14, 1997)
Tariff classification
HTS codes: 7419.99.5010
Headings: 7419
Product description
The subject items are vent bases made of brass with nickel plating. They are used on hot water heating systems as part of a steam pressure relief vent. One of the samples is in the shape of a lid approximately 4" in diameter. The other sample is a circular shaped threaded fitting.
CBP rationale
The applicable subheading for the copper vent bases will be 7419.99.5050, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for other articles of copper: brass plumbing goods.
Full text
NY B82025 February 14, 1997 CLA-2-74:RR:NC:1:115 B82025 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 7419.99.5010 Mr. Paul F. Heiss IBCC Industries, Inc. 6310 N. Port Washington Road Milwaukee, WI 53217-4300 RE: The tariff classification of copper vent bases from Taiwan. Dear Mr. Heiss: In your letter dated January 29, 1997, you requested a tariff classification ruling. The subject items are vent bases made of brass with nickel plating. They are used on hot water heating systems as part of a steam pressure relief vent. One of the samples is in the shape of a lid approximately 4" in diameter. The other sample is a circular shaped threaded fitting. The applicable subheading for the copper vent bases will be 7419.99.5050, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for other articles of copper: brass plumbing goods. The duty rate will be 2% 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 this 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 Melvyn Birnbaum at 212-466-5487. Sincerely, Robert B. Swierupski Chief, Metals & Machinery Branch National Commodity Specialist Division
More rulings on the same tariff codes
The tariff classification of a Tubular P-Trap from an unspecified country
The tariff classification of a hand shower, deck flange trim and elbow assembly from an unspecified country
The tariff classification of brass showerhead shells and showerhead faceplates from Mexico
The tariff classification of a shower arm with flange from China
The tariff classification of assorted trim components for Moen kitchen and lavatory faucet systems
The tariff classification of water treatment parts from China and Japan
The tariff classification of a plastic access door and water hammer arrestors from various countries.
The tariff classification of pipe fittings from Brazil and China
The tariff classification of brass plumbing goods from China
The tariff classification of brass plumbing goods from Mexico
Follow B82025
Get an email if this ruling is revoked or modified, or a newer ruling supersedes it.
One email per day at most. Confirm your address once, unsubscribe anytime.
Searching CBP rulings the smart way
Rulings are precedent. See which ones apply to your product: TariffLens semantically searches all 200,000+ CBP rulings and builds defensible classifications backed by ruling citations.