The tariff classification of a plastic snap-up shelf from China
Issued August 18, 2015 by U.S. Customs and Border Protection.
Tariff classification
HTS codes: 3924.90.5650
Headings: 3924
Product description
The submitted sample is identified as a Snap-up Shelf, Sku# 40579. This item is a shelf that is made of acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) plastic material. It has three sides and there are grip pads which are made of ABS and thermoplastic elastomer that are mounted on the two shorter sides. These two sides meet at a rounded point at one end. You have stated dimensions for the item of 3” x 10.75” x 10.75” but the measurements taken by this office reflect the fact that the two shorter sides measure approximately 9” in length each and are joined at the end that is opposite the point by a third rounded side that measures approximately 14” in length. The shelf is designed to be mounted in damp rooms or showers by pressing the point where the two shorter sides meet into a corner, which would bring the grip pads in contact with the two meeting walls of the corner. The material of the grip pads will adhere to the walls by the use of pressure but the shelf can also easily be removed as no hardware is used to mount the shelf. There is a plastic pressure handle in the middle of the bottom surface of the item that when pressed up and locked into place, creates greater pressure on the grip pads to facilitate pressure mounting. There are small apertures throughout the shelf that are designed to act as drainage slots to limit standing water and prevent bacteria, mold or mildew. Also included are two small adjustable hooks that can be attached to the shelf for the hanging of loofahs, washcloths and razors. As you requested, the sample will be returned to you.
CBP rationale
The applicable subheading for Sku# 40579 will be 3924.90.5650, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS), which provides for …toilet articles, of plastics: other: other…other.
Full text
N266965 August 18, 2015 CLA-2-39:OT:RR:NC:N4:422 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 3924.90.5650 Mr. Frank Guerrera Hampton Direct 291 Hurricane Lane Williston, VT 05495 RE: The tariff classification of a plastic snap-up shelf from China Dear Mr. Guerrera: In your letter dated July 16, 2015, you requested a tariff classification ruling. The submitted sample is identified as a Snap-up Shelf, Sku# 40579. This item is a shelf that is made of acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) plastic material. It has three sides and there are grip pads which are made of ABS and thermoplastic elastomer that are mounted on the two shorter sides. These two sides meet at a rounded point at one end. You have stated dimensions for the item of 3” x 10.75” x 10.75” but the measurements taken by this office reflect the fact that the two shorter sides measure approximately 9” in length each and are joined at the end that is opposite the point by a third rounded side that measures approximately 14” in length. The shelf is designed to be mounted in damp rooms or showers by pressing the point where the two shorter sides meet into a corner, which would bring the grip pads in contact with the two meeting walls of the corner. The material of the grip pads will adhere to the walls by the use of pressure but the shelf can also easily be removed as no hardware is used to mount the shelf. There is a plastic pressure handle in the middle of the bottom surface of the item that when pressed up and locked into place, creates greater pressure on the grip pads to facilitate pressure mounting. There are small apertures throughout the shelf that are designed to act as drainage slots to limit standing water and prevent bacteria, mold or mildew. Also included are two small adjustable hooks that can be attached to the shelf for the hanging of loofahs, washcloths and razors. As you requested, the sample will be returned to you. The applicable subheading for Sku# 40579 will be 3924.90.5650, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS), which provides for …toilet articles, of plastics: other: other…other. The rate of duty will be 3.4 percent 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 Gary Kalus at [email protected]. Sincerely, Gwenn Klein Kirschner Director National Commodity Specialist Division
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