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The tariff classification a textile mask from China.
Issued February 17, 2012 by U.S. Customs and Border Protection.
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Tariff classification
HTS codes: 9505.90.6000
Headings: 9505
Product description
You submitted a sample Bandana Mask, Style MK12-0053, which is being returned per your request. The mask is constructed of 100% polyester knit fabric. It is designed to be worn over the nose and mouth to create the illusion of a vampire face for Halloween. It is secured at the back of the head with a hook and loop closure.
CBP rationale
The applicable subheading for the Bandana Mask, Style MK12-0053 will be 9505.90.6000, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS), which provides for "Festive, carnival or other entertainment articles, including magic tricks and practical joke articles; parts and accessories thereof: Other: Other.
Full text
N203746 February 17, 2012 CLA-2-95:OT:RR:NC:N4:425 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 9505.90.6000 Ms. Kim Benedetto Seasons USA, Inc. 3434 Heather Lane Wantagh, NY 11793 RE: The tariff classification a textile mask from China. Dear Ms. Benedetto: In your letter dated February 7, 2012 you requested a tariff classification ruling. You submitted a sample Bandana Mask, Style MK12-0053, which is being returned per your request. The mask is constructed of 100% polyester knit fabric. It is designed to be worn over the nose and mouth to create the illusion of a vampire face for Halloween. It is secured at the back of the head with a hook and loop closure. The applicable subheading for the Bandana Mask, Style MK12-0053 will be 9505.90.6000, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS), which provides for "Festive, carnival or other entertainment articles, including magic tricks and practical joke articles; parts and accessories thereof: 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/. Please note that separate Federal Trade Commission marking requirements exist regarding country of origin, fiber content, and other information that must appear on many textile items. You should contact the Federal Trade commission, Division of Enforcement, 6th and Pennsylvania Avenue, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20580, for information on the applicability of these requirements to this item. Information can also be found at the FTC website www.ftc.gov (click on “For Business” and then on “Textile, Wool, Fur”). 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 Wayne Kessler at (646) 733-3026. Sincerely, Thomas J. Russo Director National Commodity Specialist Division
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