The tariff classification of “Paintball Arena Protection Nets” and knit fabric from India.
Issued February 26, 2001 by U.S. Customs and Border Protection.
Tariff classification
HTS codes: 6002.43.0080, 6307.90.9989
Product description
The sample swatch is a representative sample of the material used for the manufacture of “Paintball Arena Protection Nets,” and knit fabric. You intend to import into the United States both the finished nets and the knit fabric. The swatch is constructed of a knitted material made from textile polyethylene monofilament yarn. The material is of warp knit construction. The finished nets will be imported with hemmed edges and fitted with grommets. The nets will measure approximately 300 feet by 12 feet and 300 feet by 20 feet.
CBP rationale
The applicable subheading for the “Paintball Arena Protection Nets” will be 6307.90.9989, HTS, which provides for other made up articles . The applicable subheading for the knit fabric will be 6002.43.0080, HTS, which provides for other knitted or crocheted fabrics: Other fabrics, warp knit (including those made on galloon knitting machines): Of man-made fibers, Other: Other.
Full text
NY G87241 February 26, 2001 CLA-2-63:RR:NC:TA:351 G87241 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 6307.90.9989; 6002.43.0080 Ms. Jill Simmons International Trade Consultants, Inc. P.O. Box 20160 Charleston, SC 29413-0160 RE: The tariff classification of “Paintball Arena Protection Nets” and knit fabric from India. Dear Ms. Simmons: In your letter dated February 12, 2001, on behalf of Gareware-Wall Ropes, Ltd., Davidson, North Carolina, you requested a classification ruling. The sample swatch is a representative sample of the material used for the manufacture of “Paintball Arena Protection Nets,” and knit fabric. You intend to import into the United States both the finished nets and the knit fabric. The swatch is constructed of a knitted material made from textile polyethylene monofilament yarn. The material is of warp knit construction. The finished nets will be imported with hemmed edges and fitted with grommets. The nets will measure approximately 300 feet by 12 feet and 300 feet by 20 feet. You believed that the “Paintball Arena Protection Nets” should be classified in subheading 9506.99.6040, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for articles and equipment for general physical exercise, gymnastics, athletics, other sports . . . or outdoor games . . . Other: Other: Other, nets not elsewhere specified or included. Safety or barrier netting is not part of the conduct of the sport and not classified in subheading 9506.99.6040, HTS. The applicable subheading for the “Paintball Arena Protection Nets” will be 6307.90.9989, HTS, which provides for other made up articles . . . Other. The duty rate will be 7 percent ad valorem. The applicable subheading for the knit fabric will be 6002.43.0080, HTS, which provides for other knitted or crocheted fabrics: Other fabrics, warp knit (including those made on galloon knitting machines): Of man-made fibers, Other: Other. The duty rate will be 11.2 percent ad valorem. The knit fabric falls within textile category designation 222. Based upon international textile trade agreements products of India are subject to quota and the requirement of a visa. The designated textile and apparel categories and their quota and visa status are the result of international agreements that are subject to frequent renegotiations and changes. To obtain the most current information, we suggest that you check, close to the time of shipment, the U.S. Customs Service Textile Status Report, an internal issuance of the U.S. Customs Service, which is available at the Customs Web site at www.customs.gov. In addition, the designated textile and apparel categories may be subdivided into parts. If so, visa and quota requirements applicable to the subject merchandise may be affected and should also be verified at the time of shipment. 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 Mitchel Bayer at 212-637-7086. Sincerely, Robert B. Swierupski Director, National Commodity Specialist Division
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