The tariff classification of a "Creepy Cloth" from China.
Issued March 14, 2005 by U.S. Customs and Border Protection.
Tariff classification
HTS codes: 9505.90.6000
Headings: 9505
Product description
You submitted a sample of a “Creepy Cloth” identified as item number 940168, which is packaged in a polybag with an illustrated cardboard insert. The item consists of a 100% woven polyester black cloth that measures approximately 30 inches in width x 2 yards in length. The cloth has jagged holes and tears that suggest an ancient, creepy, torn curtain. It is designed to hang from a doorway, a window, or a ceiling as an eerie home decoration for the Halloween holiday. Your sample is being returned as requested.
CBP rationale
The applicable subheading for the “Creepy Cloth” identified as item number 940168 will be 9505.90.6000, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for “Festive, carnival or other entertainment articles, including magic tricks and practical joke articles; parts and accessories thereof: Other: Other.
Full text
NY L82717 March 14, 2005 CLA-2-95:RR:NC:SP:225 L82717 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 9505.90.6000 Ms. Lorianne Aldinger Rite Aid Corporation P.O. Box 3165 Harrisburg, PA 17105 RE: The tariff classification of a “Creepy Cloth” from China. Dear Ms. Aldinger: In your letter dated February 18, 2005, you requested a tariff classification ruling. You submitted a sample of a “Creepy Cloth” identified as item number 940168, which is packaged in a polybag with an illustrated cardboard insert. The item consists of a 100% woven polyester black cloth that measures approximately 30 inches in width x 2 yards in length. The cloth has jagged holes and tears that suggest an ancient, creepy, torn curtain. It is designed to hang from a doorway, a window, or a ceiling as an eerie home decoration for the Halloween holiday. Your sample is being returned as requested. The applicable subheading for the “Creepy Cloth” identified as item number 940168 will be 9505.90.6000, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for “Festive, carnival or other entertainment articles, including magic tricks and practical joke articles; parts and accessories thereof: Other: Other." The rate of duty will be 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 Alice Wong at 646-733-3026. Sincerely, Robert B. Swierupski Director, National Commodity Specialist Division
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