B85408 B8 Ruling Active

The tariff classification of an insulated lunch bag from China.

Issued May 16, 1997 by U.S. Customs and Border Protection.

Tariff classification

HTS codes: 4202.92.9060

Headings: 4202

Product description

The submitted sample, Litterless Lunch Kit, is an insulated lunchbag composed of PVC material. This item features a grosgrain carry strap which is attached to both sides of the bag by hook and loop fasteners. It closes by means of a flap with velcro closure. Your sample will be returned as you requested.

CBP rationale

The applicable subheading for the Litterless Lunch Kit will be 4202.92.9060, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States Annotated, which provides for trunks, suitcases, traveling bags and similar containers, with outer surface of plastic sheeting, other, other, other.

Full text

PD B85408 May 16, 1997 CLA-2-42:K:TC:B6: G21 B85408 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 4202.92.9060 Mr. Clancy Coughlin Compliance Officer Expeditors International of Washington, Inc. 11301 Metro Airport Center Drive, Bldg. L, Suite 120 Romulus, MI 48174 RE: The tariff classification of an insulated lunch bag from China. Dear Mr. Coughlin: In your letter dated May 5, 1997, you requested a classification ruling on behalf of your importer, Rubbermaid Specialty Products, 1147 Akron Road, Wooster, OH 44691. The submitted sample, Litterless Lunch Kit, is an insulated lunchbag composed of PVC material. This item features a grosgrain carry strap which is attached to both sides of the bag by hook and loop fasteners. It closes by means of a flap with velcro closure. Your sample will be returned as you requested. The applicable subheading for the Litterless Lunch Kit will be 4202.92.9060, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States Annotated, which provides for trunks, suitcases, traveling bags and similar containers, with outer surface of plastic sheeting, other, other, other. The duty rate will be 19.3%. This ruling is being issued under the provisions of Part 177 of the Customs Regulations. 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, John J. Martuge Area Director JFK Airport

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