G80287 G8 Ruling Active

The Tariff Classification of an Interactive Light from China.

Issued August 11, 2000 by U.S. Customs and Border Protection.

Tariff classification

HTS codes: 8543.89.9695

Headings: 8543

Product description

The interactive light, model Lumiglas # 2013, is made of a glass plate with a folding display base and an AC adapter. When turned on, the glass plate produces a luminated lightening affect either by touching the plate or directing sound at the plate.

CBP rationale

The applicable subheading for the Interactive Light will be 8543.89.9695, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for other electrical machines and apparatus,.

Full text

NY G80287 August 11, 2000 CLA-2-85:RR:NC:1: 112 G80287 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 8543.89.9695 Ms. Julie Gimm BDP International 2721 Walker Avenue N.W. Grand Rapids, MI 49504 RE: The Tariff Classification of an Interactive Light from China. Dear Ms. Gimm: In your letter dated July 27, 2000, on behalf of Meijer Inc., you requested a tariff classification ruling. The interactive light, model Lumiglas # 2013, is made of a glass plate with a folding display base and an AC adapter. When turned on, the glass plate produces a luminated lightening affect either by touching the plate or directing sound at the plate. The applicable subheading for the Interactive Light will be 8543.89.9695, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for other electrical machines and apparatus,..., not specified or included elsewhere in Chapter 85, HTS. The general rate of duty will be 2.6 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 David Curran at 212-637-7049. Sincerely, Robert B. Swierupski Director, National Commodity Specialist Division

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