K88662 K8 Ruling Active

The Tariff Classification of A "Festive Christmas Holiday Display" from ChinaDear Mr. Patterson:

Issued September 10, 2004 by U.S. Customs and Border Protection.

Tariff classification

HTS codes: 8543.89.9695

Headings: 8543

Product description

The submitted sample consists of a foldable plastic framework containing light bulbs along with various wiring and other electronic components. When the item is plugged into an A/C outlet, programmed holiday messages as well customized special messages are displayed.

CBP rationale

The applicable subheading for the “Festive Christmas Holiday Display” will be 8543.89.9695, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for other electrical machines and apparatus, …, not specified or included elsewhere in Chapter 85, HTS.

Full text

NY K88662 September 10, 2004 CLA-2-85:RR:NC:1: 112 K88662 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 8543.89.9695 Mr. Neil Patterson The Animated Animations Company LLC 18 East 16th Street 6th Floor New York, N.Y. 10003 RE: The Tariff Classification of A “Festive Christmas Holiday Display” from China Dear Mr. Patterson: In your letter dated August 12, 2004, you requested a tariff classification ruling. The submitted sample consists of a foldable plastic framework containing light bulbs along with various wiring and other electronic components. When the item is plugged into an A/C outlet, programmed holiday messages as well customized special messages are displayed. The applicable subheading for the “Festive Christmas Holiday Display” will be 8543.89.9695, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for other electrical machines and apparatus, …, not specified or included elsewhere in Chapter 85, HTS. The rate of duty will be 2.6 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 Michael Contino at 646-733-3014. Sincerely, Robert B. Swierupski Director, National Commodity Specialist Division

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