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The tariff classification of cocktail decorations from China
Issued September 22, 2000 by U.S. Customs and Border Protection.
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Tariff classification
HTS codes: 9505.90.4000
Headings: 9505
Product description
The submitted product, item #C3811228, is referred to as a 12 piece pack of decorative cocktail umbrellas. The folding umbrellas measure approximately 4” in length and are made of wood and printed paper. They are packaged in groups of 12 per blister card. The umbrellas are intended for use at parties as a decoration in mixed drinks or appetizers.
CBP rationale
The applicable subheading for the cocktail umbrella’s, item #C3811228, will be 9505.90.4000, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for festive, carnival or other entertainment articles: confetti, paper spirals or streamers, party favors and noisemakers; parts and accessories thereof.
Full text
NY G81188 September 22, 2000 CLA-2-95:RR:NC:SP:225 G81188 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 9505.90.4000 Ms. Alice Liu Atico International USA, Inc. P.O. Box 14368 Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33302 RE: The tariff classification of cocktail decorations from China Dear Ms. Liu: In your letter dated August 21, 2000, received in this office on August 28, 2000, you requested a tariff classification ruling. The submitted product, item #C3811228, is referred to as a 12 piece pack of decorative cocktail umbrellas. The folding umbrellas measure approximately 4” in length and are made of wood and printed paper. They are packaged in groups of 12 per blister card. The umbrellas are intended for use at parties as a decoration in mixed drinks or appetizers. The applicable subheading for the cocktail umbrella’s, item #C3811228, will be 9505.90.4000, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for festive, carnival or other entertainment articles: confetti, paper spirals or streamers, party favors and noisemakers; parts and accessories thereof. 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 Alice J. Wong at 212-637-7028. Sincerely, Robert B. Swierupski Director, National Commodity Specialist Division
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