The tariff classification of a key ring from China
Issued April 19, 2002 by U.S. Customs and Border Protection.
Tariff classification
HTS codes: 7326.20.0070
Headings: 7326
Product description
It consists of a steel split ring and a plastic snap hook attached by a short chain to a plastic cartoon character known as Sponge Bob Square Pants. The character measures approximately 3 inches high and has moveable arms and legs.
CBP rationale
The applicable subheading for the key ring will be 7326.20.0070, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for other articles of iron or steel, articles of iron or steel wire, other.
Full text
NY I80480 April 19, 2002 CLA-2-73:RR:NC:N1:113 I80480 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 7326.20.0070 Ms. Joanne Balice CBI Distributing Corporation 2400 W. Central Road Hoffman Estates, IL 60195 RE: The tariff classification of a key ring from China Dear Ms. Balice: In your letter dated April 5, 2002, you requested a tariff classification ruling. The sample you submitted is a novelty key ring (item number 70458-5). It consists of a steel split ring and a plastic snap hook attached by a short chain to a plastic cartoon character known as Sponge Bob Square Pants. The character measures approximately 3 inches high and has moveable arms and legs. The applicable subheading for the key ring will be 7326.20.0070, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for other articles of iron or steel, articles of iron or steel wire, other. The rate of duty will be 3.9 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 James Smyth at 646-733-3018. Sincerely, Robert B. Swierupski Director, National Commodity Specialist Division
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