Question: I was approached by a large consulting company to use their GTM. They stated they apply AI to determine classification. What do you think about the use of AI in trade compliance? Answer 1: AI is a good tool for classification, but it is not a 100% automated solution. Most consulting or software companies […]
Question: We manufacture and import and export a proprietary powder around the world. At destination the powder is mixed with water and sprayed on to produce to extend the shelf life of the treated produce. We have an agreed HS Code for the powder. Our supply chain team wants to pre-mix the solution in the […]
Question: When importing 3 pairs of gloves that are packaged together and will be sold together, would one classify them as a set for importing purposes? Two pair of gloves are classified in chapter 62. One pair of gloves are classified in chapter 61. On the surface, they meet the requirements of HTSUS, GRI 3(b) […]
Question: Wanted to get some opinions concerning classifications of chemical mixtures. When an item contains a mix of chemical components are you always stuck with the catch-all 3824.99.9397 other category when it cannot fit into any of the other available headings? Since we classify in order of GRI’s I’m curious how we can get from […]
Question: When classifying I camera I have two options, Heading 8525 and Heading 9006. What is the difference and what are the key questions should I ask to make sure I make the correct final HS Code determination? What is the essential determining factor that puts a camera into 8525 or 9006? Answer 1: It’s […]
Question: I am doing research regarding reagents containing Antisera. In ruling NY A80501 (dated March 1996), it talks about Antisera classed in 3002 and 3822. I am reading too much and confusing myself. Could someone please explain NY A80501? Answer 1: I would work with someone in your R&D and chemistry lab on this. There […]
Question: I’m looking for some guidance on janitorial cart bag classification. The bags have a PVC outer surface and a polyester inner surface. It is designed to hold dirty laundry, trash, etc., in a janitor’s cart. The product is made in China and will be imported and sold to the end user separately from the […]
Question: I’m writing to enquire about whether import of the commodity code : 8543.90.0000 will incur duties when brought into the United States as we are looking to export to the USA, we need to make sure our shipments will not be blocked due to any additional fees or tariffs. Could you please give me more information about the applicable duties […]
Question: I need to classify a Stainless Steel Pipe with the following description: Cold Finished Seamless Austenitic Stainless Steel Pipe ASTM A312 TP321H 6″ SCH40 186.30OD 7.11WT 26′-10 1/4″. Any ideas of classification, GRIs, ENs etc? Answer 1: I recommend you read through the CBP Informed Compliance Publication ICP – Pipe Fittings (cbp.gov) It will […]
Question: Does anyone have a generic classification SOP they would be willing to share? Answer 1: Every classification SOP will be different. I would include an SCOPE which lays out the purpose of the SOP, duh, but also the different scenarios of when a classification might be needed such as a) new part set up […]
Question: Here’s the quick background – our company imported into the U.S. an electrical machine classified as 8543.70.9860 from Korea and claimed duty free status with a Korean Free Trade Agreement form. We then exported that machine to our office in Germany. A few months later, they shipped it back to us. In […]
Question: Can the membership tell me where the classification of “stage blood,” “fake blood,” “theatrical blood” should be at? We are unable to obtain its ingredients as the manufacturer of this stage blood states that their ingredients are “proprietary.” We are buying and using this stage blood along with a pump for demonstrational purposes in […]
