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The tariff classification of a Drum Auger from Taiwan
Issued November 6, 2008 by U.S. Customs and Border Protection.
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Tariff classification
HTS codes: 8467.99.0190
Headings: 8467
Product description
The drum auger is used to unclog drains. It is capable of being attached to a power drill (not included). The device consists of a 15 foot spring steel cable that reaches past traps to remove most clogs, a 1/4 inch drill shank, rugged poly housing, and a 4 inch handle with knob for optional manual use.
CBP rationale
The applicable subheading for the drum auger will be 8467.99.0190, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS), which provides for Tools for working in the hand, pneumatic, hydraulic or with self-contained electric or nonelectric motor, and parts thereof: Parts: Other…Other.
Full text
N042116 November 6, 2008 CLA-2-84:OT:RR:E:NC:1:104 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 8467.99.0190 Ms. Jamara Ross Compliance Specialist Central Purchasing LLC 3491 Mission Oaks Blvd. Camarillo, CA 93012 RE: The tariff classification of a Drum Auger from Taiwan Dear Ms. Ross: In your letter dated October 17, 2008 you requested a tariff classification ruling. The drum auger is used to unclog drains. It is capable of being attached to a power drill (not included). The device consists of a 15 foot spring steel cable that reaches past traps to remove most clogs, a 1/4 inch drill shank, rugged poly housing, and a 4 inch handle with knob for optional manual use. The applicable subheading for the drum auger will be 8467.99.0190, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS), which provides for Tools for working in the hand, pneumatic, hydraulic or with self-contained electric or nonelectric motor, and parts thereof: Parts: Other…Other. 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 O’Donnell at (646) 733-3011. Sincerely, Robert B. Swierupski Director National Commodity Specialist Division
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