The tariff classification of hydraulic tube/hose assemblies from Mexico

N101959 May 12, 2010 CLA-2-87:OT:RR:NC:N1:101 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 8708.99.8180 Alyce Thompson, Import Specialist Benteler Automotive 1780 Pond Run Auburn Hills, MI 48326-2752 RE: The tariff classification of hydraulic tube/hose assemblies from Mexico Dear Ms. Thompson, In your letter dated April 12, 2010, you requested a tariff classification ruling. The items under consideration are two models of tube/hose assemblies. In both cases, these assemblies are hydraulic pressure lines which allow the passage of power steering fluid between the steering gear (steering box) and power steering fluid reservoir pump. The first item, Part # 6782380 (ARS Expansion Hose Part 2 N630), is constructed of bent steel tubing with end fittings and mounting brackets. The tubing measures approximately 3 ½ feet long witch includes an 8 ½ inch piece of flexible steel braiding. The second item, Part # 6787039 (ARS Combination/Return M57 LHD), is constructed of bent steel and rubber hosing, plastic and metal end fittings and steel mounting brackets. The applicable classification subheading for the ARS Expansion Hose Part 2 N630 (Part # 6782380) and ARS Combination/Return M57 LHD (Part # 6787039) will be 8708.99.8180, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS), which provides for “Parts … of … motor vehicles … : Other parts … : Other: Other: Other: Other: Other: Other.” The rate of duty will be 2.5%. Products of Mexico classifiable under subheading 8708.99.8180, HTSUS, are currently entitled to duty-free treatment under the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) upon compliance with all applicable regulations. NAFTA, however, is subject to modification and periodic suspension which may affect the status of your transaction at the time of entry for consumption or withdrawal from warehouse. To obtain current information on NAFTA, check our Web site at www.cbp.gov and search for the term "NAFTA". Duty rates are provided for your convenience and are subject to change. The text of the most recent Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States and the accompanying duty rates are provided on the World Wide Web at http://ww.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 Richard Laman at 646-733-3017. Sincerely, Robert B. Swierupski Director National Commodity Specialist Division