The tariff classification of a ceramic teapot from China.
Issued January 20, 1999 by U.S. Customs and Border Protection.
Tariff classification
HTS codes: 6912.00.4810
Headings: 6912
Product description
Sample is being returned as requested. The submitted sample is a ceramic teapot (style number 41-T) which consists of a functional teapot with lid, valued at $12 per dozen, which measures approximately 3 1/4 inches high by 6 1/8 inches wide and features an engraved design of evergreen and Chinese characters on the exterior.
CBP rationale
The applicable subheading for the ceramic teapot will be 6912.00.4810, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for other ceramic tableware.
Full text
NY D86490 January 20, 1999 CLA-2-69:RR:NC:2:227 D86490 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 6912.00.4810 Mr. Peter Weinrauch Import Commodity Group, Ltd. 131 East Merrick Rd., 2nd Floor Valley Stream, NY 11580 RE: The tariff classification of a ceramic teapot from China. Dear Mr. Weinrauch: In your letter dated December 18, 1998, on behalf of Asiana Trading Co., you requested a tariff classification ruling. Sample is being returned as requested. The submitted sample is a ceramic teapot (style number 41-T) which consists of a functional teapot with lid, valued at $12 per dozen, which measures approximately 3 1/4 inches high by 6 1/8 inches wide and features an engraved design of evergreen and Chinese characters on the exterior. The applicable subheading for the ceramic teapot will be 6912.00.4810, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for other ceramic tableware...other than of porcelain or china: suitable for food or drink contact. The rate of duty will be 9.8 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 George Kalkines at 212-466-5794. Sincerely, Robert B. Swierupski Director, National Commodity Specialist Division
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