The tariff classification of storage container from China.
Issued January 20, 1999 by U.S. Customs and Border Protection.
Tariff classification
HTS codes: 9403.80.6040
Headings: 9403
Product description
The submitted sample, the “Pop-Ups! Hamper,” is a storage container. It is constructed of nylon fabric on a wire frame. The container opens up into a cylinder shape measuring approximately 18.75 inches in diameter by 22.75 inches high. It can be collapsed and held flat by toggle buttons and loops on the sides. The container can be used to store laundry, toys, towels, etc. and is designed to be placed on the floor or ground.
CBP rationale
The applicable subheading for the storage container will be 9403.80.6040, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for other furniture and parts thereof: furniture of other materials, other, household.
Full text
NY D86769 January 20, 1999 CLA-2-94:RR:NC:SP:233 D86769 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 9403.80.6040 Mr. David J. Franco Franco Manufacturing Company, Inc. 555 Prospect Street Metuchen, NJ 08840-2293 RE: The tariff classification of storage container from China. Dear Mr. Franco: In your letter dated November 6, 1998, which was received by this office on January 13, 1999, you requested a tariff classification ruling. The submitted sample, the “Pop-Ups! Hamper,” is a storage container. It is constructed of nylon fabric on a wire frame. The container opens up into a cylinder shape measuring approximately 18.75 inches in diameter by 22.75 inches high. It can be collapsed and held flat by toggle buttons and loops on the sides. The container can be used to store laundry, toys, towels, etc. and is designed to be placed on the floor or ground. The applicable subheading for the storage container will be 9403.80.6040, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for other furniture and parts thereof: furniture of other materials, other, household. The rate of duty will be free. 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 Lawrence Mushinske at 212-466-5739. Sincerely, Robert B. Swierupski Director, National Commodity Specialist Division
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