The tariff classification of a toy hamster from China.
Issued June 16, 1997 by U.S. Customs and Border Protection.
Tariff classification
HTS codes: 9503.49.0020
Headings: 9503
Product description
The item is described as a "Nervous Hamster", item number H-3332. The item is a toy representation of a hamster, attached to a key chain. The toy contains a friction motor which causes the hamster to move, when you pull its tail. HTS PROVISION : Toys representing animals or non- human creatures...and parts and accessories thereof: Other...Toys not having a spring mechanism: Other. HTS SUBHEADING : 9503.49.0020 RATE OF DUTY : Free This ruling is being
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NY B86531 June 16, 1997 CLA-2-95:RR:NC:2:224 B86531 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 9503.49.0020 Patrick Pascarella Viking Sea Freight Inc. 181 South Franklin Ave. Suite 607 Valley Stream, NY 11581 RE: The tariff classification of a toy hamster from China. Dear Mr. Pascarella: This classification decision under the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS) is being issued in accordance with the provisions of Section 177 of the Customs Regulations (19 C.F.R. 177). DATE OF INQUIRY : June 09, 1997 ON BEHALF OF : Takara USA Corp. DESCRIPTION OF MERCHANDISE : The item is described as a "Nervous Hamster", item number H-3332. The item is a toy representation of a hamster, attached to a key chain. The toy contains a friction motor which causes the hamster to move, when you pull its tail. HTS PROVISION : Toys representing animals or non- human creatures...and parts and accessories thereof: Other...Toys not having a spring mechanism: Other. HTS SUBHEADING : 9503.49.0020 RATE OF DUTY : Free This ruling is being issued under the provisions of Part 177 of the Customs Regulations (19 CFR Part 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 Tom McKenna at 212-466-5475 Sincerely, Gwenn Klein Kirschner Chief, Special Products Branch National Commodity Specialist Division
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