2 newer rulings cite the same tariff codes.
Classification can shift over time. Review the more recent rulings below before relying on this one.
The tariff classification of plastic buttons from Italy.
Issued June 1, 1998 by U.S. Customs and Border Protection.
Cite this ruling
Copies to clipboardC8 C87442 (June 1, 1998)
Tariff classification
HTS codes: 9606.21.6000
Headings: 9606
Product description
The tariff classification of plastic buttons from Italy.
CBP rationale
The applicable subheading for the plastic buttons will be 9606.21.6000, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for buttons: of plastics, not covered with textile material: other.
Full text
NY C87442 June 1, 1998 CLA-2-83:RR:NC:SP:222 C87442 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 9606.21.6000 Mr. Tom Paciaffi Coronet Brokers Corp. P. O. Box 300764 Jamaica, NY 11430-0764 RE: The tariff classification of plastic buttons from Italy. Dear Mr. Paciaffi: In your letter dated May 4, 1998, you requested a tariff classification ruling. The submitted samples are identified as nylon ABS plastic buttons that have been coated by a fusion process with a base metal plating material. The buttons are oval shaped and round shaped with designs on the front and a loop in the back for attaching the buttons to personal clothing items. The essential character of the buttons is imparted by the plastic. The applicable subheading for the plastic buttons will be 9606.21.6000, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for buttons: of plastics, not covered with textile material: other. The rate of duty will be 4.9 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 Alice Masterson at 212-466-5892. Sincerely, Robert B. Swierupski Director, National Commodity Specialist Division
More rulings on the same tariff codes
The tariff classification of buttons from China
Protest 2704-99-101967; "Troll Button Covers and Pencil Topper Trolls "
The tariff classification of plastic buttons and man-made fiber appliques from China.
The tariff classification of "Bow Tyes" and "Gear Grippers" from China.
The tariff classification of braided necklace cords, button covers and non-lithographic printed art sheets from China.
The tariff classification of sewing sets from China.
Classification of a Personal Care Amenities kit containing amanicure stick, emery board, plastic cotton swabs with cottonballs, and a sewing kit containing thread, needle, buttons andsafety pin; travel set; 9605, HTSUSA; sets put up for retailsale; GRI 3(b)
The tariff classification of button covers from Taiwan.
The tariff classification of beaded jewelry and button coversfrom China.
Follow C87442
Get an email if this ruling is revoked or modified, or a newer ruling supersedes it.
One email per day at most. Confirm your address once, unsubscribe anytime.
Searching CBP rulings the smart way
Rulings are precedent. See which ones apply to your product: TariffLens semantically searches all 200,000+ CBP rulings and builds defensible classifications backed by ruling citations.