The tariff classification of a duster from Taiwan.

N081358 November 13, 2009 CLA-2-96:OT:RR:NC:N4:433 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 9603.90.8050 Janet Pendris Hampton Direct 291 Hurricane Lane P.O. Box 1199 Williston, VT 05495 RE: The tariff classification of a duster from Taiwan. Dear Ms. Pendris: In your letter dated October 20, 2009, you requested a tariff classification ruling. The sample that was submitted will be returned as you requested. A sample has been submitted for item number 67710, a pair of Y-shaped dusters. Each duster is composed of polyester microfiber yarn with plastic and metal handles. The dusters measure 12 3/8 inches long by 3 ½ inches wide and a one inch diameter. The applicable subheading for the duster will be 9603.90.8050, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS), which provides for “Broom, brushes…: Other: Other, Other.” The rate of duty will be 2.8% 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 Neil H. Levy at (646) 733-3036. Sincerely, Robert B. Swierupski Director National Commodity Specialist Division