The tariff classification of The Swedish "Color Pin" (Ink Anti-Theft Device) from Sweden
Issued February 27, 1998 by U.S. Customs and Border Protection.
Tariff classification
HTS codes: 3215.90.5000
Headings: 3215
GRI rules applied: GRI 3(b)
Product description
The device is composed of a plastic capsule which is approximately 1 1/2" in diameter by 5/8" in thickness. It is filled with red ink. The ink capsule is attached with a steel pin to clothing or other items in department stores. If unauthorized persons try to remove the pin, the ink will leak onto the clothing. There is no en nomine provision for this item. GRI 3(b) is applicable in order to determine the essential character. Based on use of the product, it is our opinion that the ink conveys the essential character to the product.
CBP rationale
The applicable subheading for the "Color Pin" (Ink Anti-Theft Device) will be 3215.90.5000, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States, which provides for Printing ink, writing or drawing ink and other inks, whether or not concentrated or solid: Other: Other.
Full text
NY C84082 February 27, 1998 CLA-2-32:RR:NC:2:236 C84082 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 3215.90.5000 Mr. Henrik Wils 8000 Montgomery Blvd NE #316 Albuquerque, New Mexico 87109 RE: The tariff classification of The Swedish "Color Pin" (Ink Anti-Theft Device) from Sweden Dear Mr. Wils: In your letter received February 10, 1998, you requested a tariff classification ruling. The sample submitted is a "Color Pin" (Ink Anti-Theft Device) for preventing of the theft of clothes. The device is composed of a plastic capsule which is approximately 1 1/2" in diameter by 5/8" in thickness. It is filled with red ink. The ink capsule is attached with a steel pin to clothing or other items in department stores. If unauthorized persons try to remove the pin, the ink will leak onto the clothing. There is no en nomine provision for this item. GRI 3(b) is applicable in order to determine the essential character. Based on use of the product, it is our opinion that the ink conveys the essential character to the product. The applicable subheading for the "Color Pin" (Ink Anti-Theft Device) will be 3215.90.5000, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States, which provides for Printing ink, writing or drawing ink and other inks, whether or not concentrated or solid: Other: Other. The rate of duty will be 1.8 percent 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 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 V. Gualario at 212-466-5744. Sincerely, Robert B. Swierupski Director National Commodity Specialist Division
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