The tariff classification of Palm Laser Level made in China
Issued September 10, 2004 by U.S. Customs and Border Protection.
Tariff classification
HTS codes: 9031.49.9000
Headings: 9031
Product description
The submitted sample is identified as the Palm Laser Level with All Position Base and Belt Case. The Palm Laser Level allows forward line projection and can be effectively used on the wall, on any horizontal surface, or in the hand as a quick reference tool. You have indicated in your letter that the laser level features non-spherical and pattern lenses. You have also stated that the laser diodes are rated at 635 nanometers/ 2.5 microWatts.
CBP rationale
The applicable subheading for the Palm Laser Level with All Position Base and Belt Case will be 9031.49.9000, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for measuring or checking instruments, appliances and machines, not specified or included elsewhere in this chapter; other optical instruments and appliances; other; other.
Full text
NY K89188 September 10, 2004 CLA-2-90:RR:NC:MM:114 K89188 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 9031.49.9000 Mr. T.L. McCracken President R.J. McCracken & Son Inc. 5345 44th Street, S.E. Grand Rapids, MI 49512-4001 RE: The tariff classification of Palm Laser Level made in China Dear Mr. McCracken: In your letter dated August 23, 2004, on behalf of Vendor Development Grand Rapids, Michigan, you requested a tariff classification ruling on the Palm Laser Level made in China. A sample of the Palm Laser Level was submitted with the ruling request. The submitted sample is identified as the Palm Laser Level with All Position Base and Belt Case. The Palm Laser Level allows forward line projection and can be effectively used on the wall, on any horizontal surface, or in the hand as a quick reference tool. You have indicated in your letter that the laser level features non-spherical and pattern lenses. You have also stated that the laser diodes are rated at 635 nanometers/ 2.5 microWatts. The applicable subheading for the Palm Laser Level with All Position Base and Belt Case will be 9031.49.9000, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for measuring or checking instruments, appliances and machines, not specified or included elsewhere in this chapter; other optical instruments and appliances; other; other. The rate of duty will be 3.5 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 Barbara Kiefer at 646-733-3019. Sincerely, Robert B. Swierupski Director, National Commodity Specialist Division
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