10 newer rulings cite the same tariff codes.
Classification can shift over time. Review the more recent rulings below before relying on this one.
The tariff classification of mirrored compact with comb from China.
Issued July 12, 2007 by U.S. Customs and Border Protection.
Cite this ruling
Copies to clipboardN0 N013992 (July 12, 2007)
Tariff classification
HTS codes: 9615.11.3000
Headings: 9615
Product description
You have submitted a sample of the mirrored compact with comb which will be returned as requested. The heart shaped compact is made of plastic with a mirror attached to the inside. The compact is designed as a carrying case for the comb. The compact is specially shaped or fitted to contain the comb, is suitable for long-term use and will be entered with the comb. The essential character of the mirrored compact with comb is the comb.
CBP rationale
The applicable subheading for the mirrored compact with comb will be 9615.11.3000, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS), which provides for “Combs, hair slides and the like, Of hard rubber or plastics, Combs, Other”.
Full text
N013992 July 12, 2007 CLA-2-96:RR:NC:SP:233 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 9615.11.3000 Ms. Christina Yun M.Z. Berger and Company 29-76 Northern Blvd. Long Island City, N.Y. 11101 RE: The tariff classification of mirrored compact with comb from China. Dear Ms. Yun: In your letter dated June 29, 2007 you requested a tariff classification ruling. You have submitted a sample of the mirrored compact with comb which will be returned as requested. The heart shaped compact is made of plastic with a mirror attached to the inside. The compact is designed as a carrying case for the comb. The compact is specially shaped or fitted to contain the comb, is suitable for long-term use and will be entered with the comb. The essential character of the mirrored compact with comb is the comb. The applicable subheading for the mirrored compact with comb will be 9615.11.3000, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS), which provides for “Combs, hair slides and the like, Of hard rubber or plastics, Combs, Other”. The rate of duty will be 28.8 cents per gross plus 4.6% ad valorem. Duty rates are provided for your convenience and are subject to change. The text of the most recent HTSUS and the accompanying duty rates are provided on World Wide Web at http://www.usitc.gov/tata/hts/. 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 Lawrence Mushinske at 646-733-3036. Sincerely, Robert B. Swierupski Director, National Commodity Specialist Division
More rulings on the same tariff codes
The tariff classification of a hair accessories set from China.
The tariff classification of a horse shedder comb from China.
The tariff classification of a brush set from China.
The tariff classification of a plastic spa comb from China.
The tariff classification of a brow kit from China.
The tariff classification of hair combs from China.
The tariff classification of “Bath Time Shave Sets” from China
The tariff classification of a novelty tote bag and a dress comb
The tariff classification of hair accessories from China.
The tariff classification of hair extension combs from China.
Follow N013992
Get an email if this ruling is revoked or modified, or a newer ruling supersedes it.
One email per day at most. Confirm your address once, unsubscribe anytime.
Searching CBP rulings the smart way
Rulings are precedent. See which ones apply to your product: TariffLens semantically searches all 200,000+ CBP rulings and builds defensible classifications backed by ruling citations.