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The tariff classification of a Gas Mask and a Air Distribution Unit
Issued February 20, 1998 by U.S. Customs and Border Protection.
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Tariff classification
HTS codes: 9020.00.9000, 9020.00.6000
Headings: 9020
Product description
The ARF-C gas mask consists mainly of a black face mask with a wide-angle view flexible visor. It comprises an internal half-mask, voice transmitter, an anti-mist device to direct incoming air to the visor, two exhalation valves and one inhalation stop-valve, threaded connector, a set of adjustable straps, a carrying strap and a waterproof canvas carrying bag. The ARF-C is intended for protection of breathing passages against dust and gas or liquid chemical attack. The CK-G CASU is a three speed air distribution unit designed to distribute toxic free air in a contaminated environment to those wearing a gas mask. It comprises a radial blower, two female threaded connectors for fitting the filter canisters, a male threaded connector to a distribution hose, a 4 position switch, a battery unit and an indicator light when the blower is running.
CBP rationale
The applicable subheading for the ARF-C will be 9020.00.6000, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for other breathing appliances and gas masks.
Full text
NY C83657 February 20, 1998 CLA-2-90:RR:NC:1:105 C83657 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 9020.00.6000; 9020.00.9000 Mr. Joseph L. Greenlee ICF Kaiser Consulting Group 9300 Lee Highway Fairfax, VA 22031-1207 RE: The tariff classification of a Gas Mask and a Air Distribution Unit Dear Mr. Greenlee: In your letter dated January 9, 1998, you requested a tariff classification ruling. The ARF-C gas mask consists mainly of a black face mask with a wide-angle view flexible visor. It comprises an internal half-mask, voice transmitter, an anti-mist device to direct incoming air to the visor, two exhalation valves and one inhalation stop-valve, threaded connector, a set of adjustable straps, a carrying strap and a waterproof canvas carrying bag. The ARF-C is intended for protection of breathing passages against dust and gas or liquid chemical attack. The CK-G CASU is a three speed air distribution unit designed to distribute toxic free air in a contaminated environment to those wearing a gas mask. It comprises a radial blower, two female threaded connectors for fitting the filter canisters, a male threaded connector to a distribution hose, a 4 position switch, a battery unit and an indicator light when the blower is running. The applicable subheading for the ARF-C will be 9020.00.6000, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for other breathing appliances and gas masks. The rate of duty will 2.7 percent ad valorem. The applicable subheading for the CK-G CASU will be 9020.00.9000, HTS, which provides for, interalia, parts and accessories of other breathing appliances and gas masks. The rate of duty will be 2.7 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 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 this ruling, contact National Import Specialist James Sheridan at (212) 466-5669. Sincerely, Robert B. Swierupski Director, National Commodity Specialist Division
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