J84702 J8 Ruling Active

The tariff classification of a dog leash from China.

Issued June 6, 2003 by U.S. Customs and Border Protection.

Tariff classification

HTS codes: 4201.00.3000

Headings: 4201

Product description

The submitted sample is a dog choker chain measuring approximately 22” long and it is made of plated steel chain with chrome plated rings and clasp. The item is used as a obedience training device.

CBP rationale

The applicable subheading for the dog choker chain will be 4201.00.3000, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for “Saddlery and harrness…of any material: Dog leashes, collars…and similar equipment.

Full text

NY J84702 June 6, 2003 CLA-2-42:RR:NC:3:353 J84702 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 4201.00.3000 Mr. Dennis C. Paulaskas Asian Pacific Products, Inc. 3001 North Kings Hwy, Suite 341 Myrtle Beach, SC 29577 RE: The tariff classification of a dog leash from China. Dear Mr. Paulaskas: In your letter dated April 12, 2003 you requested a tariff classification ruling. The submitted sample is a dog choker chain measuring approximately 22” long and it is made of plated steel chain with chrome plated rings and clasp. The item is used as a obedience training device. The applicable subheading for the dog choker chain will be 4201.00.3000, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for “Saddlery and harrness…of any material: Dog leashes, collars…and similar equipment.” The rate of duty will be 2.4% 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 Kenneth Reidlinger at 646-733-3053. Sincerely, Robert B. Swierupski Director, National Commodity Specialist Division

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