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Superseded by {H202595}.
The tariff classification of a step stool from China.
Issued October 6, 2005 by U.S. Customs and Border Protection.
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Tariff classification
HTS codes: 9403.20.0015
Headings: 9403
Product description
The furniture item is a folding metal step stool. The main frame is constructed of tubular steel and has non-slip plastic tips. The stool is lightweight, easy to carry and can be stored anywhere. The folding step stool is an article of utility that is designed to be placed on the floor or ground. It is typically used in the household for standing, sitting and elevating a person.
CBP rationale
The applicable subheading for the step stool will be 9403.20.0015, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for “Other furniture and parts thereof: Other metal furniture, Household: Other.
Full text
NY R02622 October 6, 2005 CLA-2-94:RR:NC:SP:233 R02622 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 9403.20.0015 Ms. Geri Davidson The Container Store 500 Freeport Parkway Coppell, TX 75019 RE: The tariff classification of a step stool from China. Dear Ms. Davidson: In your letter dated September 28, 2005, you requested a tariff classification ruling. The furniture item is a folding metal step stool. The main frame is constructed of tubular steel and has non-slip plastic tips. The stool is lightweight, easy to carry and can be stored anywhere. The folding step stool is an article of utility that is designed to be placed on the floor or ground. It is typically used in the household for standing, sitting and elevating a person. The applicable subheading for the step stool will be 9403.20.0015, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for “Other furniture and parts thereof: Other metal furniture, Household: Other.” 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 Lawrence Mushinske at 646-733-3036. Sincerely, Robert B. Swierupski Director, National Commodity Specialist Division
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