The tariff classification of L-Cysteine (CAS 52-90-4) from China.
Issued December 17, 2003 by U.S. Customs and Border Protection.
Tariff classification
HTS codes: 2930.90.4950
Headings: 2930
Product description
The tariff classification of L-Cysteine (CAS 52-90-4) from China.
CBP rationale
The applicable subheading will be 2930.90.4950, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for organo-sulfur compounds: other.
Full text
NY K81838 December 17, 2003 CLA-2-29:RR:NC:2:239 K81838 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 2930.90.4950 Mr. Joseph Chivini Austin Chemical Company 1565 Barclay Blvd. Buffalo Grove, IL 60089 RE: The tariff classification of L-Cysteine (CAS 52-90-4) from China. Dear Mr. Chivini: In your letter dated November 19, 2003, you requested a tariff classification ruling for L-Cysteine which you have stated will be used as a pharmaceutical intermediate and will be packaged in bulk form. The applicable subheading will be 2930.90.4950, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for organo-sulfur compounds: other. Pursuant to General Note 13 to the Harmonized Tariff Schedule, this product is duty 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 Andrew Stone at 646-733-3032. Sincerely, Robert B. Swierupski Director, National Commodity Specialist Division
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