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The tariff classification of air compressors from the Czech Republic
Issued December 10, 1999 by U.S. Customs and Border Protection.
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Tariff classification
HTS codes: 8414.80.1585
Headings: 8414
Product description
The items in question are described as high-pressure air compressors, which will be entered without a prime mover, such as a motor or engine. The compressors have a volumetric output of less than 0.57 cubic meters per minute and are designed to be portable. Descriptive literature was submitted.
CBP rationale
The applicable subheading for the air compressors will be 8414.80.1585, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS), which provides for portable air compressors with an output that is under 0.
Full text
NY F80267 December 10, 1999 CLA-2-84:RR:NC:1:102 F80267 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 8414.80.1585 Mr. Ari Matan Air Compressors Export 236 South Dixie Highway Pompano Beach, Florida 33060 RE: The tariff classification of air compressors from the Czech Republic Dear Mr. Matan: In your letter dated November 23, 1999 you requested a tariff classification ruling on behalf of Air Compressors Export. The items in question are described as high-pressure air compressors, which will be entered without a prime mover, such as a motor or engine. The compressors have a volumetric output of less than 0.57 cubic meters per minute and are designed to be portable. Descriptive literature was submitted. The applicable subheading for the air compressors will be 8414.80.1585, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS), which provides for portable air compressors with an output that is under 0.57 cubic meters per minute. The rate of duty will be free. 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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