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The tariff classification of Dellium Gum from India
Issued September 9, 1997 by U.S. Customs and Border Protection.
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Copies to clipboardB8 B88369 (September 9, 1997)
Tariff classification
HTS codes: 1301.90.9090
Headings: 1301
Product description
Based on your letter, Dellium Gum is a 100% natural gum used in religious ceremonies.
CBP rationale
The applicable subheading for Dellium Gum will be 1301.90.9090, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for lac; natural gums, resins, gum-resins and oleoresins (for example, balsams): other: other: other.
Full text
NY B88369 September 9, 1997 CLA-2-13:RR:NC:2:240 B88369 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.:1301.90.9090 Mr. D. J. Patel National Diamond Products, Inc. 9 Dayton Dr. #54C Edison, New Jersey 08820 RE: The tariff classification of Dellium Gum from India Dear Mr. Patel: In your letter dated August 4, 1997, you requested a tariff classification ruling. Based on your letter, Dellium Gum is a 100% natural gum used in religious ceremonies. The applicable subheading for Dellium Gum will be 1301.90.9090, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for lac; natural gums, resins, gum-resins and oleoresins (for example, balsams): other: other: other. The rate of duty will be free. 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 Stephanie Joseph at 212-466-5768. Sincerely, Gwenn Klein Kirschner Chief, Special Products Branch National Commodity Specialist Division
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