The tariff classification of the "Musical Dancing Graveyard Trio" from China
Issued June 12, 1997 by U.S. Customs and Border Protection.
Tariff classification
HTS codes: 8543.89.9090
Headings: 8543
Product description
As indicated by the submitted sample, the "Musical Dancing Graveyard Trio" is a battery operated device which consists of a graveyard scene with representations of Frankenstein, the Mummy, and a witch. These representations, made of plastic and cloth, simulate a dancing movement when a button is depressed and a brief selection from the song "Monster Mash" is played.
CBP rationale
The applicable subheading for the "Musical Dancing Graveyard Trio" will be 8543.89.9090, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for other electrical apparatus and machines, .
Full text
NY B85399 June 12, 1997 CLA-2-85:RR:NC:1: 112 B85399 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 8543.89.9090 Ms. Tammy Locke Wholesale Supply Company, Inc. International Department 7100 Service Merchandise Drive Brentwood, TN 37207 RE: The tariff classification of the "Musical Dancing Graveyard Trio" from China Dear Ms. Locke: In your letter dated May 9, 1997 you requested a tariff classification ruling. As indicated by the submitted sample, the "Musical Dancing Graveyard Trio" is a battery operated device which consists of a graveyard scene with representations of Frankenstein, the Mummy, and a witch. These representations, made of plastic and cloth, simulate a dancing movement when a button is depressed and a brief selection from the song "Monster Mash" is played. The applicable subheading for the "Musical Dancing Graveyard Trio" will be 8543.89.9090, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for other electrical apparatus and machines, ..., not specified or included elsewhere in Chapter 85, HTS. The rate of duty will be 3.1 percent 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 David Curran at 212-466-5680. Sincerely, Robert Swierupski Chief, Metals and Machinery Branch National Commodity Specialist Division
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