The tariff classification of a synchronization device from Hong Kong
Issued March 7, 2002 by U.S. Customs and Border Protection.
Tariff classification
HTS codes: 8543.89.9695
Headings: 8543
Product description
As indicated by the submitted descriptive literature, this device, identified as the “SYNC I/O High Quality Versatile Synchronization Device for Pro Tools”, is an electronic apparatus that provides various options to enhance high definition production. It is used with the music, film, broadcast and new media industries.
CBP rationale
The applicable subheading for the “SYNC I/O High Quality Versatile Synchronization Device for Pro Tools” will be 8543.89.9695, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for other electrical machines and apparatus, …, not specified or included elsewhere in Chapter 85, HTS.
Full text
NY H88501 March 7, 2002 CLA-2-85:RR:NC:1:112 H88501 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 8543.89.9695 Mr. Richard B. Auffrey E. Sidney Stockwell Co., Inc. 380 Pleasant Street P.O. Box 668 Malden, MA 02148 RE: The tariff classification of a synchronization device from Hong Kong Dear Mr. Auffrey: In your letter dated January 28, 2002, on behalf of Digidesign, Inc., you requested a tariff classification ruling. As indicated by the submitted descriptive literature, this device, identified as the “SYNC I/O High Quality Versatile Synchronization Device for Pro Tools”, is an electronic apparatus that provides various options to enhance high definition production. It is used with the music, film, broadcast and new media industries. The applicable subheading for the “SYNC I/O High Quality Versatile Synchronization Device for Pro Tools” will be 8543.89.9695, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for other electrical machines and apparatus, …, not specified or included elsewhere in Chapter 85, HTS. The rate of duty will be 2.6 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 David Curran at 646-733-3017. Sincerely, Robert B. Swierupski Director, National Commodity Specialist Division
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