The tariff classification of a protector cowl from Japan.
Issued October 21, 1999 by U.S. Customs and Border Protection.
Tariff classification
HTS codes: 3916.20.0090
Headings: 3916
Product description
The protector cowl (55788-06010, KB #2941) will be used in automobiles to form a seal against water. The protector cowl is composed of 75 percent polyvinyl chloride plastic and 25 percent EPDM by weight. The protector cowl is formed through extrusion, and it has a constant cross section throughout its length.
CBP rationale
The applicable subheading for the protector cowl will be 3916.20.0090, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for monofilament of which any cross section exceeds 1 mm, rods, stick and profile shapes, whether or not surface-worked but not otherwise worked, of plastics, of polymers of vinyl chloride, other.
Full text
NY E87248 October 21, 1999 CLA-2-39:RR:NC:SP:221 E87248 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 3916.20.0090 Ms. Judy L. Cook TG Missouri Corporation 2200 Plattin Road Perryville, MO 63775 RE: The tariff classification of a protector cowl from Japan. Dear Ms. Cook: In your letter dated September 13, 1999, you requested a tariff classification ruling. A sample was provided with your letter. The protector cowl (55788-06010, KB #2941) will be used in automobiles to form a seal against water. The protector cowl is composed of 75 percent polyvinyl chloride plastic and 25 percent EPDM by weight. The protector cowl is formed through extrusion, and it has a constant cross section throughout its length. The applicable subheading for the protector cowl will be 3916.20.0090, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for monofilament of which any cross section exceeds 1 mm, rods, stick and profile shapes, whether or not surface-worked but not otherwise worked, of plastics, of polymers of vinyl chloride, other. The rate of duty will be 5.8 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 Joan Mazzola at 212-637-7034. Sincerely, Robert B. Swierupski Director, National Commodity Specialist Division
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