The tariff classification of shaped ornamental ceramic tiles from Japan
Issued September 14, 2000 by U.S. Customs and Border Protection.
Tariff classification
HTS codes: 6913.90.2000
Headings: 6913
Product description
One sample is in the shape of a dolphin, 5.5 inches by 3 inches, and the other sample is in the shape of a gecko, 7 inches by 4 inches.
CBP rationale
The applicable subheading for the shaped ornamental tiles will be 6913.90.2000, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for ornamental ceramic articles, other, of ceramic tile.
Full text
NY G80736 September 14, 2000 CLA-2-69:RR:NC:2:227 G80736 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 6913.90.2000 Ms. Letitia A. Sutton Western Overseas Corporation 1855 Coronado Avenue Long Beach, CA 90804 RE: The tariff classification of shaped ornamental ceramic tiles from Japan Dear Ms. Sutton: In your letter dated August 15, 2000, you requested a tariff classification ruling. Samples are being returned as requested The samples submitted are ornamental ceramic tiles in the shape of sea creatures used to decorate completed in-ground swimming pools. One sample is in the shape of a dolphin, 5.5 inches by 3 inches, and the other sample is in the shape of a gecko, 7 inches by 4 inches. The applicable subheading for the shaped ornamental tiles will be 6913.90.2000, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for ornamental ceramic articles, other, of ceramic tile. The rate of duty will be free. 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 George Kalkines at 212-637-7073. Sincerely, Robert B. Swierupski Director, National Commodity Specialist Division
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