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The tariff classification of a hose nozzle from China
Issued March 18, 2002 by U.S. Customs and Border Protection.
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Tariff classification
HTS codes: 8481.80.5090
Headings: 8481
Product description
The subject nozzle is a hand-operated valve with instant on-off handle operation and adjustable spray designed for use with a standard garden hose. Examination of the sample reveals that the body of the nozzle through which water flows is essentially of plastic.
CBP rationale
The applicable subheading for the hose nozzle will be 8481.80.5090, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS), which provides for other taps, cocks, valves and similar appliances, hand operated, of other materials.
Full text
NY H88242 March 18, 2002 CLA-2-84:RR:NC:1:102 H88242 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 8481.80.5090 Ms. Alice Liu Atico International USA, Inc. 501 South Andrews Avenue Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33301 RE: The tariff classification of a hose nozzle from China Dear Ms. Liu: In your letter received on February 13, 2002 you requested a tariff classification ruling on behalf of Atico International USA. The item in question is identified as a pistol grip nozzle, item number W26A6484. A sample was submitted. The subject nozzle is a hand-operated valve with instant on-off handle operation and adjustable spray designed for use with a standard garden hose. Examination of the sample reveals that the body of the nozzle through which water flows is essentially of plastic. The applicable subheading for the hose nozzle will be 8481.80.5090, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS), which provides for other taps, cocks, valves and similar appliances, hand operated, of other materials. The rate of duty will be 3 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 Kenneth T. Brock at 646-733-3009. Sincerely, Robert B. Swierupski Director, National Commodity Specialist Division
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