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The tariff classification of a Telephone Jack Part from Taiwan
Issued May 3, 2002 by U.S. Customs and Border Protection.
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Tariff classification
HTS codes: 8517.90.6600
Headings: 8517
Product description
The merchandise is described in your letter as a Telephone Jack Part. It is installed for end use in voice and data communications pre-configured panels according to the literature submitted with your request. A sample of the item was submitted to this office and is being returned to you as per your request.
CBP rationale
The applicable subheading for the Telephone Jack Part will be 8517.90.6600, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for “Electrical apparatus for line telephony or line telegraphy… Parts: Other: Other: For telegraphic apparatus.
Full text
NY I80241 May 3, 2002 CLA-2-85:RR:NC:MM:109 I80241 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 8517.90.6600 Mr.Pete Michalczyk Quantum Logistics, Inc. 14509 East 33rd Place #H Aurora, CO 80011 RE: The tariff classification of a Telephone Jack Part from Taiwan Dear Mr. Michalczyk: In your letter dated April 8, 2002, you requested a tariff classification ruling. The merchandise is described in your letter as a Telephone Jack Part. It is installed for end use in voice and data communications pre-configured panels according to the literature submitted with your request. A sample of the item was submitted to this office and is being returned to you as per your request. The applicable subheading for the Telephone Jack Part will be 8517.90.6600, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for “Electrical apparatus for line telephony or line telegraphy… Parts: Other: Other: For telegraphic apparatus.” 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 Linda M. Hackett at 646-733-3015. Sincerely, Robert B. Swierupski Director, National Commodity Specialist Division
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