The tariff classification of a putting green cup with an insert for a flag pole/stick from China.
Issued December 24, 2002 by U.S. Customs and Border Protection.
Tariff classification
HTS codes: 9506.39.0080
Headings: 9506
Product description
You are requesting the tariff classification on an item that will be used in the sport of golf. Specifically, the product is a regulation putting green cup that is designed for the insertion of a flag pole/stick. The plastic portion is molded from ABS, while the metal part is cast from zinc and then chrome-plated. The item will be classified in Chapter 95 of the HTSUSA, as other golf equipment. You have not requested the return of your sample.
CBP rationale
The applicable subheading for the putting green cup with an insert for a flag pole will be 9506.39.0080, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for golf clubs and other golf equipment; parts and accessories thereof: other…other.
Full text
NY I89126 December 24, 2002 CLA-2-95:RR:NC:2:224 I89126 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 9506.39.0080 Mr. Robert E. Porter Brightspot, Inc 315 Sculps Hill Road Auburn, PA 17922 RE: The tariff classification of a putting green cup with an insert for a flag pole/stick from China. Dear Mr. Porter: In your letter dated December 12, 2002, you requested a tariff classification ruling. You are requesting the tariff classification on an item that will be used in the sport of golf. Specifically, the product is a regulation putting green cup that is designed for the insertion of a flag pole/stick. The plastic portion is molded from ABS, while the metal part is cast from zinc and then chrome-plated. The item will be classified in Chapter 95 of the HTSUSA, as other golf equipment. You have not requested the return of your sample. The applicable subheading for the putting green cup with an insert for a flag pole will be 9506.39.0080, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for golf clubs and other golf equipment; parts and accessories thereof: other…other. The rate of duty will be 4.9 % 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 Tom McKenna at 646-733-3025. Sincerely, Robert B. Swierupski Director, National Commodity Specialist Division
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