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The tariff classification of paper tags with metal rims.
Issued January 6, 2000 by U.S. Customs and Border Protection.
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Tariff classification
HTS codes: 4821.90.4000
Headings: 4821
Product description
Each is a plain white paper disc, 2¼” in diameter, with a continuous aluminum rim (about 1/16” wide) affixed around its perimeter. A loop of string has been threaded through a small hole in the paper near the edge.
CBP rationale
The applicable subheading for the “metal rim tags” will be 4821.90.4000, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for paper and paperboard labels of all kinds, other than printed, other than pressure-sensitive.
Full text
NY F81412 January 6, 2000 CLA-2-48:RR:NC:SP:234 F81412 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 4821.90.4000 Ms. Lisa Thatcher Avery Dennison – IBD 10721 Jasmine Street Fontana, CA 92337 RE: The tariff classification of paper tags with metal rims. Dear Ms. Thatcher: In your letter dated December 21, 1999, you requested a tariff classification ruling. Samples identified as “metal rim tags” (#71709 14316) were submitted and will be retained for reference. Each is a plain white paper disc, 2¼” in diameter, with a continuous aluminum rim (about 1/16” wide) affixed around its perimeter. A loop of string has been threaded through a small hole in the paper near the edge. The applicable subheading for the “metal rim tags” will be 4821.90.4000, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for paper and paperboard labels of all kinds, other than printed, other than pressure-sensitive. 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 Carl Abramowitz at 212-637-7060. Sincerely, Robert B. Swierupski Director, National Commodity Specialist Division
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