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The tariff classification of shipping envelopes.
Issued January 10, 2000 by U.S. Customs and Border Protection.
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Copies to clipboardF8 F81384 (January 10, 2000)
Tariff classification
HTS codes: 3919.90.5060
Headings: 3919
Product description
The envelopes are approximately 5 ½ inches by 4 ½ inches. The envelopes are made of clear polyethylene film with a release paper backing. One side of the envelope is self-adhesive so that it can be attached to a package. There is a slit and flap closure on the non-adhesive side of the envelope so that information such as packing lists or mailing addresses can be inserted. The envelope is flat.
CBP rationale
The applicable subheading for the shipping envelopes will be 3919.90.5060, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for self-adhesive plates, sheets, film, foil, strip and other flat shapes, of plastics, whether or not in rolls: other, other.
Full text
NY F81384 January 10, 2000 CLA-2-39:RR:NC:SP:221 F81384 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 3919.90.5060 Ms. Lisa Thatcher Avery Dennison 10721 Jasmine Street Fontana, CA 92337 RE: The tariff classification of shipping envelopes. Dear Ms. Thatcher: In your letter dated December 21, 1999, you requested a tariff classification ruling. Sample shipping envelopes were provided with your letter. The envelopes are approximately 5 ½ inches by 4 ½ inches. The envelopes are made of clear polyethylene film with a release paper backing. One side of the envelope is self-adhesive so that it can be attached to a package. There is a slit and flap closure on the non-adhesive side of the envelope so that information such as packing lists or mailing addresses can be inserted. The envelope is flat. The applicable subheading for the shipping envelopes will be 3919.90.5060, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for self-adhesive plates, sheets, film, foil, strip and other flat shapes, of plastics, whether or not in rolls: other, other. 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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