QUESTION: I need guidance regarding whether, for import tariff purposes, to classify pieces of a large medical device as an apparatus or as part of an apparatus in its appropriate subheading in Chapter 90. I have reviewed the December 2017 question and responses citing court decisions defining apparatus as “a group of devices or set […]
QUESTION: Where in the HTS are members classifying blank wafers ? ========== Answers: I think you need more information; the tariff classification of wafers would likely be specific to the type of material; for instance, a doped chemical element in the form of a wafer for use in electronics would be specifically provided for in […]
QUESTION: Several CBP Rulings for distinguishing jacket features often refer to the: Guidelines for the Reporting of Imported Products in Various Textile and Apparel Categories, CIE 13/88 Does anyone have a link to these guidelines? I have been unable to find a direct way to access them. Also, is there a free way […]
QUESTION: Was just wondering if you have a material HTS classification process that can be shared. ========== Answer: Attached is the process in our Global Trade Manual. We also developed classification decision trees for groups of products with notes on how to classify and rulings that we commonly use. http://www.icpainc.org/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/HS-Classification-Process-Example-for-ICPA.docx ==========
QUESTION: Is it mandatory to maintain paper documents/electronic records on how a tariff classification was determined for an imported product? ========== Answers: Each part record should clearly indicate the reasoning behind why it was classified with a specific HS number (valuable info in the event of a CBP audit questioning classification). Is it required for […]
QUESTION: Can anyone direct me to the definition of “instruments” and “apparatus” in Chapter 90 or any other part of the US HTS? ********** Add’l Answers: The WCO Explanatory Notes will have this answer *********** Likely not in the HTS, You may need to try the Explanatory Notes – you have to pay for a […]
QUESTION: Does anyone have a template for classification of silica and silica gel? I know there is the basic HTS 2811.22.10 but I understand that there can be other factors that influence the HTS Classification. However, in this new role I have been researching CROSS and have found that not all silica is alike. For […]
QUESTION: Our company imported 100% ethanol wipes which are used for cleaning tools and electronics , the HTS# we used is 6307.10.2030 (wipes of man-made fibers) since they’re wipes and not alcohol. Our Safety Engineer seems to think (based on info from an outside source) that we should’ve notified TTB (Alcohol , Tobacco Tax, and […]
QUESTION: At the ICPA/DFW conference last week the washrooms had a combination door handle with built in hand sanitizer. Any thoughts on where these belong in the Customs Tariff ? =================== ANSWERS: Doesn’t change the form, fit or function. (Yeah, I am old school). Silver is a natural antimicrobial and kills bacteria. The problem […]
QUESTION: Does anyone in the membership have any advise on how to classify items in chapter 72 & 76? Maybe some tips on what to look for on the “certified test reports”? ************** Answers: This depends on what your classifying. Typically, I ask for a mill test certificate to determine if alloy or non-alloy steel, […]
QUESTION: Garment: A pair of men’s woven polyester shorts which are permanently attached at the waistband to knit nylon tights. Would you classify based on the shorts, as they are the outermost facing fabric? Or the tights because the addition of them sewn in turns the essential character of the garment to that of pants? […]
QUESTION: Does anyone have a process map or cheat sheet of some sort for determining HTSs that they are willing to share? ========== Answers: Suggest you build a map around GRI listed in the HTS as that is the basis for all classifications! ========== That is a broad question given the sheer volume of the […]
