The tariff classification of USB cables from China

N061766 June 4, 2009 CLA-2-85:OT:RR:NC:N1:112 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 8544.42.2000 Jose Castro Trade Compliance Analyst Symbol Technologies, Inc. 5400 George McVay Drive McAllen, Texas 78574 RE: The tariff classification of USB cables from China Dear Mr. Castro: In your letter dated May 19, 2009, you requested a tariff classification ruling. The samples which you submitted are being retained by this office. The first item concerned is a USB cable (Part # CBL-8800-100-USBR). This cable is used for the two-way transfer of information and data between the PPT8800 Mobile PDA Computer and a host computer. The cable consists of four insulated wires, two of which are in a twisted-pair configuration. All four wires are encased in both a foil and braided wire shield within a plastic insulating jacket. The cable is fitted with a type “A” USB connector on one end and a RS232 connector on the other end. This cable measures approximately 3 feet in length. The second item concerned is a USB cable (Part # CBA-U03-S07ZAR). This cable is used for the two-way transfer of information and data between the Symbol LS4208 handheld laser scanner and a host computer or POS unit. The cable consists of four insulated wires, two of which are in a twisted-pair configuration. All four wires are encased in both a foil and braided wire shield within a plastic insulating jacket. The cable is fitted with USB connectors on each end and measures approximately 7 feet in length. The third item concerned is a USB cable (Part # 25-68596-01R). This cable is used for the two-way transfer of information and data between the CRD4000 cradle and a host computer after the MC75 PDA has been inserted into the cradle. The cable consists of four insulated wires, two of which are in a twisted-pair configuration. All four wires are encased in both a foil and braided wire shield within a plastic insulating jacket. The cable is fitted with USB connectors at each end. This cable measures approximately 5 feet in length. The applicable subheading for each of the USB cables (Part #’s CBL-8800-100-USBR, CBA-U03-S07ZAR AND 25-68596-01) will be 8544.42.2000, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS), which provides for “Insulated wire, cable…: Other electric conductors, for a voltage not exceeding 1,000V: Fitted with connectors: Other: Of a kind used for telecommunications”. 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 Steven M. Pollichino at (646) 733-3008. Sincerely, Robert B. Swierupski Director National Commodity Specialist Division