The tariff classification of a gutter flusher and cleaner from China
Issued August 12, 2008 by U.S. Customs and Border Protection.
Tariff classification
HTS codes: 8481.80.5090
Headings: 8481
Product description
The article in question is described as a multi-purpose gutter flusher and cleaner, item number 22930. The flusher and cleaner is an assembly comprised of two hand-operated water nozzles and an extension wand with fittings for connection to a water hose. The components are essentially made of plastic materials.
CBP rationale
The applicable subheading for the gutter flusher and cleaner will be 8481.80.5090, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS), which provides for taps, cocks, valves and similar appliances, hand operated, of other materials.
Full text
N033976 August 12, 2008 CLA-2-84:OT:RR:NC:N1:102 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 8481.80.5090 Ms. Francine Ramsey Hampton Direct, Inc. 350 Pioneer Drive P.O. Box 1199 Williston, VT 05495 RE: The tariff classification of a gutter flusher and cleaner from China Dear Ms. Ramsey: In your letter dated July 15, 2008 you requested a tariff classification ruling. The sample which you submitted is being retained by this office. The article in question is described as a multi-purpose gutter flusher and cleaner, item number 22930. The flusher and cleaner is an assembly comprised of two hand-operated water nozzles and an extension wand with fittings for connection to a water hose. The components are essentially made of plastic materials. The applicable subheading for the gutter flusher and cleaner will be 8481.80.5090, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS), which provides for taps, cocks, valves and similar appliances, hand operated, of other materials. The rate of duty will be 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
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