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Superseded by {H011767}.
The tariff classification of a metal chain belt from China.
Issued January 24, 2003 by U.S. Customs and Border Protection.
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Tariff classification
HTS codes: 7117.19.9000
Headings: 7117
Product description
The submitted sample, Style 6183, is an iron chain belt with various ornamental articles. The belt is, by weight, 50% iron, 20% capiz shell, 11% acrylic stone, 11% plastic, 6% wood, and 2% feather. The belt is an article of personal adornment, not functioning as a belt. Your sample is being returned as requested.
CBP rationale
The applicable subheading for the metal chain belt will be 7117.19.9000, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for “Imitation jewelry: Of base metal, whether or not plated with precious metal: Other: Other: Other.
Full text
NY J80040 January 24, 2003 CLA-2-71:RR:NC:SP:233 J80040 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 7117.19.9000 Ms. Kate Kohmann Limited Logistics Services 4 Limited Parkway Reynoldsburg, OH 43068 RE: The tariff classification of a metal chain belt from China. Dear Ms. Kohmann: In your letter dated January 7, 2003, you requested a tariff classification ruling. The submitted sample, Style 6183, is an iron chain belt with various ornamental articles. The belt is, by weight, 50% iron, 20% capiz shell, 11% acrylic stone, 11% plastic, 6% wood, and 2% feather. The belt is an article of personal adornment, not functioning as a belt. Your sample is being returned as requested. The applicable subheading for the metal chain belt will be 7117.19.9000, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for “Imitation jewelry: Of base metal, whether or not plated with precious metal: Other: Other: Other.” The rate of duty will be 11% 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 Lawrence Mushinske at 646-733-3036. Sincerely, Robert B. Swierupski, Director National Commodity Specialist Division
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