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The tariff classification of valves from Mexico and Taiwan
Issued January 6, 2000 by U.S. Customs and Border Protection.
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Tariff classification
HTS codes: 8481.80.9050
Headings: 8481
Product description
The items in question are identified as the VR8605 and VR8601 series of valves. Technical literature was submitted. The VR8605 and VR8601 series valves are gas control valves for use with gas burners. The valves combine burner ignition functions with pressure regulation and/or throttle control mechanisms, which regulate the flow gas to the gas burner. The valves are designed to accept external actuators and regulators to accommodate a range of applications.
CBP rationale
The applicable subheading for the VR8605 and VR8601 series valves will be 8481.80.9050, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS), which provides for other taps, cocks, valves and similar appliances.
Full text
NY F80237 January 6, 2000 CLA-2-84:RR:NC:1:102 F80237 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 8481.80.9050 Ms. Blythe Severson Honeywell Home and Building Control 1985 Douglas Drive N Golden Valley, MN 55422-3992 RE: The tariff classification of valves from Mexico and Taiwan Dear Ms. Severson: In your letter dated November 15, 1999 you requested a tariff classification ruling on behalf of Honeywell Incorporated. The items in question are identified as the VR8605 and VR8601 series of valves. Technical literature was submitted. The VR8605 and VR8601 series valves are gas control valves for use with gas burners. The valves combine burner ignition functions with pressure regulation and/or throttle control mechanisms, which regulate the flow gas to the gas burner. The valves are designed to accept external actuators and regulators to accommodate a range of applications. The applicable subheading for the VR8605 and VR8601 series valves will be 8481.80.9050, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS), which provides for other taps, cocks, valves and similar appliances. The rate of duty will be 2 percent ad valorem. This ruling is being issued under the provisions of Part 177 of the Customs Regulations (19 CFR 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 Kenneth T. Brock at 212-637-7026. Sincerely, Robert B. Swierupski Director, National Commodity Specialist Division
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