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The tariff classification of expanded metal from China.
Issued October 7, 2004 by U.S. Customs and Border Protection.
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Tariff classification
HTS codes: 7314.50.0000
Headings: 7314
Product description
The product to be imported is galvanized steel expanded metal in roll form. This utility screen can be used for venting applications, rodent control and tree trunk protection.
CBP rationale
The applicable subheading for the expanded metal will be 7314.50.0000, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for cloth (including endless bands), grill, netting and fencing, of iron or steel wire; expanded metal of iron or steel, expanded metal.
Full text
NY R00843 October 7, 2004 CLA-2-73:RR:NC:1:117 R00843 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 7314.50.0000 Mr. Michael Koseck E. Besler & Co. 115 Martin Lane Elk Grove Village, IL 60007 RE: The tariff classification of expanded metal from China. Dear Mr. Koseck: In your letter dated September 20, 2004, on behalf of Midwest Air Tec you requested a tariff classification ruling. The product to be imported is galvanized steel expanded metal in roll form. This utility screen can be used for venting applications, rodent control and tree trunk protection. The applicable subheading for the expanded metal will be 7314.50.0000, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for cloth (including endless bands), grill, netting and fencing, of iron or steel wire; expanded metal of iron or steel, expanded metal. The rate of duty will be free. 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 Paula Ilardi at 646-733-3020. Sincerely, Robert B. Swierupski Director, National Commodity Specialist Division
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