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The tariff classification of a Ruler from China
Issued May 12, 1999 by U.S. Customs and Border Protection.
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Tariff classification
HTS codes: 9017.80.0000
Headings: 9017
Product description
As per our telephone conversation on May 10, 1999,
CBP rationale
The applicable subheading for the ruler will be 9017.80.0000, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for other instruments for measuring length, for use in the hand.
Full text
NY E81834 May 12, 1999 CLA-2-90:RR:NC:MM:105 E81834 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 9017.80.0000 Ms. Jodi A. Leafer U.S. Import & Promotions Co., Inc. 150 Hartwell St. West Boylston, MA 01583 RE: The tariff classification of a Ruler from China Dear Ms. Leafer: In your letter, dated May 3, 1999, you requested a tariff classification ruling. As per our telephone conversation on May 10, 1999, you state that the 6" ruler will be imported in white with a one color screen printed logo stating the importer’s name “CVS”. The ruler will be also punched with 2 holes for easy access in a 3 ring binder. The applicable subheading for the ruler will be 9017.80.0000, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for other instruments for measuring length, for use in the hand. The rate of duty will be 5.3 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 James Sheridan at 212-637-7037. Sincerely, Robert B. Swierupski Director, National Commodity Specialist Division
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