L81567 L8 Ruling Active

The tariff classification of a plastic beverage tote from China.

Issued January 19, 2005 by U.S. Customs and Border Protection.

Tariff classification

HTS codes: 3924.10.4000

Headings: 3924

Product description

The submitted sample is identified as a plastic beverage tote, item number 311389. It is composed of 100 percent polypropylene material. Your letter of inquiry states that the largest size of the plastic beverage tote is approximately 18 inches in diameter and approximately 8.5 inches deep. The oval-shaped plastic tote is designed with a built-in handle on each end. This product may be filled with ice and drinks and it can be used both indoors and outdoors. The sample is returned as you requested.

CBP rationale

The applicable subheading for item number 311389, the plastic beverage tote, will be 3924.10.4000, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for tableware, kitchenware, other household articles…of plastics: tableware and kitchenware: Other.

Full text

NY L81567 January 19, 2005 CLA-2-39:RR:NC:SP:221 L81567 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO. 3924.10.4000 Mr. Craig VerPault CVS Pharmacy One CVS Drive Woonsocket, RI 02895 RE: The tariff classification of a plastic beverage tote from China. Dear Mr. VerPault: In your letter dated December 20, 2004, you requested a classification ruling. The submitted sample is identified as a plastic beverage tote, item number 311389. It is composed of 100 percent polypropylene material. Your letter of inquiry states that the largest size of the plastic beverage tote is approximately 18 inches in diameter and approximately 8.5 inches deep. The oval-shaped plastic tote is designed with a built-in handle on each end. This product may be filled with ice and drinks and it can be used both indoors and outdoors. The sample is returned as you requested. The applicable subheading for item number 311389, the plastic beverage tote, will be 3924.10.4000, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for tableware, kitchenware, other household articles…of plastics: tableware and kitchenware: Other. The rate of duty will be 3.4 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 Joan Mazzola at 646-733-3023. Sincerely, Robert B. Swierupski Director, National Commodity Specialist Division

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