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The tariff classification of fishing sinkers from Mexico.
Issued January 23, 2001 by U.S. Customs and Border Protection.
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Tariff classification
HTS codes: 9507.90.8000
Headings: 9507
Product description
The subject merchandise consists of tungsten carbide fishing sinkers with plastic tube inserts. The sole function of these sinkers is to take a rig, leader or line down to a desired depth. The sample sinkers are defined as bullet or barrel sinkers because of their shape and range from 3/16 to ¾ ounces in weight.
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NY G86289 January 23, 2001 CLA-2-95:RR:NC:2:224 G86289 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 9507.90.8000 Rudy Pina William F. Joffroy, Inc. P.O. Box 698 Nogales AZ 85621 RE: The tariff classification of fishing sinkers from Mexico. Dear Mr. Piano: In your letter dated January 8, 2001, you requested a tariff classification ruling on behalf of CoorsTek. The subject merchandise consists of tungsten carbide fishing sinkers with plastic tube inserts. The sole function of these sinkers is to take a rig, leader or line down to a desired depth. The sample sinkers are defined as bullet or barrel sinkers because of their shape and range from 3/16 to ¾ ounces in weight. The applicable subheading for the barrel and bullet fishing sinkers will be 9507.90.8000, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS), the provision for fishing rods, fish hooks and other line fishing tackle…other…other, including parts and accessories. The general rate of duty will be 9 percent ad valorem. This ruling is being issued under the provisions of Section 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 Tom McKenna at 212.637.7015. Sincerely, Robert B. Swierupski Director, National Commodity Specialist Division
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