The tariff classification of a stainless steel multipurpose tool from China
Issued February 13, 1998 by U.S. Customs and Border Protection.
Tariff classification
HTS codes: 8203.20.6060
Headings: 8203
Product description
The product to be imported, style 1533, is a stainless steel multipurpose tool that includes screwdrivers, pliers, hex socket wrenches, hook remover, knife blades, bottle opener, fish scaler, wire cutters, file, can opener and ruler. The manufacturer of this product is Guangdong Yangjiang Tools Factory of Yangjiang City, China.
CBP rationale
The applicable subheading for the multipurpose tool will be 8203.20.6060 Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS), which provides for pliers, (including cutting pliers), pincers, tweezers, and similar tools, and parts thereof.
Full text
PD C83497 February 13, 1998 CLA-2-82:H:TC:CI:C19 C83497 JM CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 8203.20.6060 Mr. Brandon Terrell Fritz Companies, Inc. 1600 Genessee, Suite 450 Kansas City, MO 64102 RE: The tariff classification of a stainless steel multipurpose tool from China Dear Mr. Terrell: In your letter dated January 12, 1998, you requested a tariff classification ruling on behalf of American Camper, Division of Brunswick Corporation of Tulsa, Oklahoma. The product to be imported, style 1533, is a stainless steel multipurpose tool that includes screwdrivers, pliers, hex socket wrenches, hook remover, knife blades, bottle opener, fish scaler, wire cutters, file, can opener and ruler. The manufacturer of this product is Guangdong Yangjiang Tools Factory of Yangjiang City, China. The applicable subheading for the multipurpose tool will be 8203.20.6060 Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS), which provides for pliers, (including cutting pliers), pincers, tweezers, and similar tools, and parts thereof. The rate of duty will be 5.5 percent ad valorem plus $0.12 per dozen. 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. Sincerely, Paul Rimmer Port Director Houston
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