J86389 J8 Ruling Active

The tariff classification of a lampshade from China.

Issued July 1, 2003 by U.S. Customs and Border Protection.

Tariff classification

HTS codes: 9405.99.4000

Headings: 9405

Product description

Sample is being returned as requested. The submitted sample is a lampshade that measures approximately 8 ¼ inches in height by 14 inches at its maximum diameter. It is composed of a metal (non-brass) wire frame with a textile (silk) covering.

CBP rationale

The applicable subheading for this lampshade will be 9405.99.4000, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for lamps and lighting fittings…and parts thereof, not elsewhere specified or included…parts: other: other.

Full text

NY J86389 July 1, 2003 CLA-2-94:RR:NC:2:227 J86389 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 9405.99.4000 Ms. Mindy Gao BchinaB Chrysler Center 666 Third Avenue, 24th Floor New York, NY 10017 RE: The tariff classification of a lampshade from China. Dear Ms. Gao: In your letter dated June 20, 2003, you requested a tariff classification ruling. Sample is being returned as requested. The submitted sample is a lampshade that measures approximately 8 ¼ inches in height by 14 inches at its maximum diameter. It is composed of a metal (non-brass) wire frame with a textile (silk) covering. The applicable subheading for this lampshade will be 9405.99.4000, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for lamps and lighting fittings…and parts thereof, not elsewhere specified or included…parts: other: other. The rate of duty will be 6 percent 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 George Kalkines at 646-733-3028. Sincerely, Robert B. Swierupski Director, National Commodity Specialist Division

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