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The tariff classification of a framed printed plastic tile (3-D Molded Plastic Framed Art) from China.
Issued February 6, 2008 by U.S. Customs and Border Protection.
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Tariff classification
HTS codes: 4911.99.8000
Headings: 4911
Product description
The sample submitted is designated as style #85470. It is a “3-D Molded Plastic Framed Art.” It is made of a plastic faux tile with the following words printed on it: “A mother holds her children’s hands for a while but their hearts forever.” The tile is encased behind glass in a plastic frame with matting. The item is designed to be hung on a wall.
CBP rationale
The applicable subheading for style #85470 will be 4911.99.8000, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS), which provides for other printed matter: other (non-enumerated) articles.
Full text
N021847 February 6, 2008 CLA-2-49:OT:RR:NC:N2:234 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 4911.99.8000 Mr. Andy S. Wood Family Dollar Services, Inc. 10401 Monroe Rd. Matthews, NC 28105 RE: The tariff classification of a framed printed plastic tile (3-D Molded Plastic Framed Art) from China. Dear Mr. Wood: In your letter dated January 9, 2008 you requested a tariff classification ruling. The sample which you submitted is being returned as requested. The sample submitted is designated as style #85470. It is a “3-D Molded Plastic Framed Art.” It is made of a plastic faux tile with the following words printed on it: “A mother holds her children’s hands for a while but their hearts forever.” The tile is encased behind glass in a plastic frame with matting. The item is designed to be hung on a wall. The applicable subheading for style #85470 will be 4911.99.8000, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS), which provides for other printed matter: other (non-enumerated) articles. The rate of duty will be Free. 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 Patricia Wilson at 646-733-3037. Sincerely, Robert B. Swierupski Director, National Commodity Specialist Division
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