The tariff classification of a coir mat from India
Issued November 20, 2003 by U.S. Customs and Border Protection.
Tariff classification
HTS codes: 5705.00.1000
Headings: 5705
Product description
The submitted sample is a coir floor mat. The mat is made from coconut fibers (coir) with a rubber backing. The fibers are embedded in the rubber backing. The mat is not knotted, woven, knit or tufted. The rectangular mat measures 15.5 x 29.5 inches.
CBP rationale
The applicable subheading for the mat will be 5705.00.1000, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for other carpets and other textile floor coverings, whether or not made up: of coir.
Full text
NY K80284 November 20, 2003 CLA-2-57:RR:NC:TA:349 K80284 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 5705.00.1000 Mr. Mathews C. Herring The Hipage Company Inc. 251 West Main Street Dublin, VA 24084 RE: The tariff classification of a coir mat from India Dear Mr. Herring: In your letter dated October 30, 2003 you requested a classification ruling on behalf of Bacova Guild Ltd. The submitted sample is a coir floor mat. The mat is made from coconut fibers (coir) with a rubber backing. The fibers are embedded in the rubber backing. The mat is not knotted, woven, knit or tufted. The rectangular mat measures 15.5 x 29.5 inches. The applicable subheading for the mat will be 5705.00.1000, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for other carpets and other textile floor coverings, whether or not made up: of coir. The rate of duty will be Free. The above subheading is not assigned a textile category designation and items classifies therein are not subject to quota or visa restrictions. 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 John Hansen at 646-733-3043. Sincerely, Robert B. Swierupski Director, National Commodity Specialist Division
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