I82224 I8 Ruling Active

The tariff classification of Fashion Snaps from China.

Issued May 31, 2002 by U.S. Customs and Border Protection.

Tariff classification

HTS codes: 9503.70.0000

Headings: 9503

Product description

The submitted sample, Item #928504, Fashion Snaps, is a set consisting of 1 plastic styling center, 1 headband, 1 ponytail holder, 1 styling comb, 2 barrettes, pearlized hair charms, and assorted colored hair and ribbon extensions. Pegs are inserted into the back of the column shaped plastic styling center, while the Petite Miss header (a plastic grid) is attached to the front of the column. The various extensions are then pulled through, or hung from, the grid while the other accessories are attached. The intended use of this item is for a child to create a variety of hair decorations that can be clipped into the hair as accents.

CBP rationale

The applicable subheading for Item #928504, Fashion Snaps, will be 9503.70.0000, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for Other toys, put up in sets or outfits, and parts and accessories thereof.

Full text

NY I82224 May 31, 2002 CLA-2-95:RR:NC:SP:225 I82224 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 9503.70.0000 Ms. Lorianne Aldinger Rite Aid Corporation P.O. Box 3165 Harrisburg, PA 17105 RE: The tariff classification of Fashion Snaps from China. Dear Ms. Aldinger: In your letter dated May 20, 2002, you requested a tariff classification ruling. The submitted sample, Item #928504, Fashion Snaps, is a set consisting of 1 plastic styling center, 1 headband, 1 ponytail holder, 1 styling comb, 2 barrettes, pearlized hair charms, and assorted colored hair and ribbon extensions. Pegs are inserted into the back of the column shaped plastic styling center, while the Petite Miss header (a plastic grid) is attached to the front of the column. The various extensions are then pulled through, or hung from, the grid while the other accessories are attached. The intended use of this item is for a child to create a variety of hair decorations that can be clipped into the hair as accents. The applicable subheading for Item #928504, Fashion Snaps, will be 9503.70.0000, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for Other toys, put up in sets or outfits, and parts and accessories thereof. 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 Alice Wong at 646-733-3026. Sincerely, Robert B. Swierupski Director, National Commodity Specialist Division

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