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The tariff classification of a motorized trailer mover from China.
Issued July 30, 2009 by U.S. Customs and Border Protection.
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Tariff classification
HTS codes: 8701.10.0000
Headings: 8701
Product description
Descriptive information and a photo were included. The device is said to be a motorized trailer mover. It consists of a single axle with two wheels at the base end of a t-shaped operator’s handle. A ball type trailer hitch is attached to the frame above and centered between the two wheels. Although the photo does not show any form of self-propulsion, the information submitted states that a twelve volt motor will be included to assist in movement. The device is designed to allow the user to haul or push a trailer short distances after connection to the device.
CBP rationale
The applicable subheading for the motorized trailer mover will be 8701.10.0000, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS), which provides for tractors: pedestrian controlled tractors.
Full text
N067983 July 30, 2009 CLA-2-87:OT:RR:E:NC:N1:106 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 8701.10.0000 Ms. Debbie Moore Global Transportation Services, Inc. 1930 6th Ave. South #401 Seattle, WA 98134 RE: The tariff classification of a motorized trailer mover from China. Dear Ms. Moore: In your letter dated July 8, 2009 you requested a tariff classification ruling on behalf of your client Tri-Global Enterprises, Inc. Descriptive information and a photo were included. The device is said to be a motorized trailer mover. It consists of a single axle with two wheels at the base end of a t-shaped operator’s handle. A ball type trailer hitch is attached to the frame above and centered between the two wheels. Although the photo does not show any form of self-propulsion, the information submitted states that a twelve volt motor will be included to assist in movement. The device is designed to allow the user to haul or push a trailer short distances after connection to the device. The applicable subheading for the motorized trailer mover will be 8701.10.0000, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS), which provides for tractors: pedestrian controlled tractors. 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 Mark Palasek at (646) 733-3013. Sincerely, Robert B. Swierupski Director National Commodity Specialist Division
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