The tariff classification of an axial fan of unspecified origin

N021356 January 28, 2008 CLA-2-84:OT:RR:NC:N1:102 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 8414.59.6090 Ms. Joan Studeny GHY USA Inc. 572 South Fifth Street Pembina, ND 58271 RE: The tariff classification of an axial fan of unspecified origin Dear Ms. Studeny: In your letter dated December 18, 2007 you requested a tariff classification ruling on behalf of Central Prairie Products. Descriptive information was submitted. The article in question is described as a “CPP Series High Velocity Poly Housing Fan” that can be mounted on a wall or ceiling. The information provided indicates that the fan is available in a range of sizes and capacities. However, all the variations are axial in design and have a self-contained motor of an output exceeding 125 watts. The applicable subheading for the subject fan will be 8414.59.6090, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS), which provides for axial fans. The rate of duty will be 2.3 percent 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 Kenneth Brock at 646-733-3009. Sincerely, Robert B. Swierupski Director, National Commodity Specialist Division