The tariff classification of a canned tomato product from Italy.
Issued September 13, 2000 by U.S. Customs and Border Protection.
Tariff classification
HTS codes: 2103.90.9060
Headings: 2103
Product description
La Perla Italian Peeled Tomatoes is said to be composed of whole peeled plum tomatoes in tomato puree with basil leaf, salt, and citric acid, and used for making sauce. Examination of the sample found whole and broken tomatoes measuring 1 1/2 – 3 1/4 inches in length, in tomato puree, with two basil leaves. The tomatoes are packed in a can containing 1 pound 12 ounces.
CBP rationale
The applicable subheading for this tomato product will be 2103.90.9060, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for sauces and preparations therefor…other… other…other.
Full text
NY G81153 September 13, 2000 CLA-2-21:RR:NC:2:228 G81153 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 2103.90.9060 Mr. Ralph Natale American Shipping Company Inc. 140 Sylvan Avenue Englewood Cliffs, NJ 07632 RE: The tariff classification of a canned tomato product from Italy. Dear Mr. Natale: In your letter dated August 18, 2000, on behalf of Sidari’s foods, Cleveland, Ohio, you requested a tariff classification ruling. The sample submitted with your letter was examined and disposed of. La Perla Italian Peeled Tomatoes is said to be composed of whole peeled plum tomatoes in tomato puree with basil leaf, salt, and citric acid, and used for making sauce. Examination of the sample found whole and broken tomatoes measuring 1 1/2 – 3 1/4 inches in length, in tomato puree, with two basil leaves. The tomatoes are packed in a can containing 1 pound 12 ounces. The applicable subheading for this tomato product will be 2103.90.9060, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for sauces and preparations therefor…other… other…other. The rate of duty will be 6.4 percent ad valorem. 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 Stanley Hopard at 212-637-7065. Sincerely, Robert B. Swierupski Director, National Commodity Specialist Division
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