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Superseded by {H236057}.
The tariff classification of Glitter Body Art from Canada.
Issued February 27, 2001 by U.S. Customs and Border Protection.
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Tariff classification
HTS codes: 7117.90.7500
Headings: 7117
Product description
The tariff classification of Glitter Body Art from Canada.
CBP rationale
The applicable subheading for the Glitter Body Art will be 7117.90.7500, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for imitation jewelry: other: other: valued over 20 cents per dozen pieces or parts: other: of plastics.
Full text
NY G87437 February 27, 2001 CLA-2-71:RR:NC:SP:233 G87437 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 7117.90.7500 Mr. Scott D. Johnson GHY USA, Inc. P.O. Box 155 Pembina, ND 58271 RE: The tariff classification of Glitter Body Art from Canada. Dear Mr. Johnson: In your letter dated February 14, 2001, on behalf of Trendsetters Marketing, you requested a ruling on tariff classification. The submitted samples are referred to as “Trend Gems” glitter body art. They are temporary tattoo like articles made of a clear plastic acrylic material tape, glitter and or acrylic beads and are meant to be worn to adorn the body. The four samples are a flower, a shamrock, a star, and the word “Love.” The applicable subheading for the Glitter Body Art will be 7117.90.7500, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for imitation jewelry: other: other: valued over 20 cents per dozen pieces or parts: other: of plastics. 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 Lawrence Mushinske at 212-637-7061. Sincerely, Robert B. Swierupski Director, National Commodity Specialist Division
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