K84286 K8 Ruling Active

The tariff classification of a hydraulic actuator

Issued April 8, 2004 by U.S. Customs and Border Protection.

Tariff classification

HTS codes: 8412.29.8075

Headings: 8412

Product description

The article in question is described as a “PGG-EG Governor/Actuator” that is normally used in electrical generation applications. The PGG-EG is essentially an electronically controlled hydraulic actuator. Descriptive literature was submitted.

CBP rationale

The applicable subheading for the PGG-EG actuator will be 8412.29.8075, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS), which provides for other hydraulic power engines and motors.

Full text

NY K84286 April 8, 2004 CLA-2-84:RR:NC:1:102 K84286 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 8412.29.8075 Ms. Marilee Rice Woodward Governor Company 1000 East Drake Road P.O. Box 1519 Fort Collins, CO 80522-1519 RE: The tariff classification of a hydraulic actuator Dear Ms. Rice: In your letter dated March 2, 2004 you requested a tariff classification ruling on behalf of the Woodward Governor Company. The article in question is described as a “PGG-EG Governor/Actuator” that is normally used in electrical generation applications. The PGG-EG is essentially an electronically controlled hydraulic actuator. Descriptive literature was submitted. The applicable subheading for the PGG-EG actuator will be 8412.29.8075, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS), which provides for other hydraulic power engines and motors. The rate of duty is 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 Kenneth T. Brock at 646-733-3009. Sincerely, Robert B. Swierupski Director, National Commodity Specialist Division

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