The tariff classification of a handheld personal computer organizer from China.
Issued February 8, 2000 by U.S. Customs and Border Protection.
Tariff classification
HTS codes: 4202.92.9060
Headings: 4202
Product description
It is a zippered case for a handheld personal computer. The case measures approximately 9" x 6 1/2" and has an exterior surface of a fabric backed sheeting of compact plastic. The interior of the case is lined and is specially shaped to hold a handheld computer. The front interior contains a zippered pocket, multiple card slots and a small pouch secured by a front flap with a hook and loop closure. A panel with an open pocket separates the front compartment from the rear compartment. The rear compartment contains hook and loop closures to secure the computer.
CBP rationale
The applicable subheading for HPC will be 4202.92.9060, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for trunks, suitcases, vanity cases, attache cases…other.
Full text
NY F82587 February 8, 2000 CLA-2-42:RR:NC:341:F82587 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 4202.92.9060 Mr. Tim Parsons Parsons Trading 5 Thunderbird Drive Novato, CA 94949 RE: The tariff classification of a handheld personal computer organizer from China. Dear Mr. Parsons: In your letter dated December 22nd, 1999, you requested a tariff classification ruling. The sample submitted with your request is identified as model "HPC". It is a zippered case for a handheld personal computer. The case measures approximately 9" x 6 1/2" and has an exterior surface of a fabric backed sheeting of compact plastic. The interior of the case is lined and is specially shaped to hold a handheld computer. The front interior contains a zippered pocket, multiple card slots and a small pouch secured by a front flap with a hook and loop closure. A panel with an open pocket separates the front compartment from the rear compartment. The rear compartment contains hook and loop closures to secure the computer. The applicable subheading for HPC will be 4202.92.9060, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for trunks, suitcases, vanity cases, attache cases…other. The rate of duty will be 18.6% ad valorem. This ruling is being issued under the provisions of Part 177 of the Customs Regulations (19 C.F.R. 177). Your sample is being returned as requested. 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 Kevin Gorman at 212-637-7091. Sincerely, Robert B. Swierupski Director, National Commodity Specialist Division
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