The tariff classification of a global positioning device.
Issued January 14, 2003 by U.S. Customs and Border Protection.
Tariff classification
HTS codes: 8526.91.0040
Headings: 8526
Product description
The item in question is denoted as Padtag that will eventually be combined, after importation, with software and marketed as the Padlox System. The Padtag device is designed as a wireless location device that uses the global positioning system (GPS). It is designed to provide current location information and tracking of packages, vehicles and people by means of the global positioning satellite.
CBP rationale
The applicable subheading for the Padtag will be 8526.91.0040, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for Radar apparatus, radio navigational aid apparatus and radio remote control apparatus: Other: Radio navigational aid apparatus … Other.
Full text
NY I89739 January 14, 2003 CLA-2-85:RR:NC:1:108 I89739 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 8526.91.0040 Mr. Jeff Schwartz Padlox 180 Old Tappan Road Old Tappan, NJ 07675 RE: The tariff classification of a global positioning device. Dear Mr. Schwartz: In your letter dated January 6, 2003 you requested a tariff classification ruling. The item in question is denoted as Padtag that will eventually be combined, after importation, with software and marketed as the Padlox System. The Padtag device is designed as a wireless location device that uses the global positioning system (GPS). It is designed to provide current location information and tracking of packages, vehicles and people by means of the global positioning satellite. The applicable subheading for the Padtag will be 8526.91.0040, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for Radar apparatus, radio navigational aid apparatus and radio remote control apparatus: Other: Radio navigational aid apparatus … Other. 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 Michael Contino at 646-733-3014. Sincerely, Robert B. Swierupski Director, National Commodity Specialist Division
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