Question: Does anyone in the membership has a product with multiple components and one of the components ( which do not determine the essential character) is within the scope of antidumping (ADD), how is the products classified and entered in Customs entry? Classify as a set GRI 3(b) and pay antidumping only on the […]
Question: When classifying valve parts, (8481.90) how do we decide if they are “hand operated”? Valve bodies are specifically mentioned, but not under “hand operated”. A valve body doesn’t become “hand operated or not until completion. The same valve body could be manually operated, mechanically operated via software or sensor, pressure, temp, etc, or a […]
Question: I have been asked to provide a classification for a mattress topper that is made of memory foam (cellular). The pad is not covered with any textile fabric. I found a ruling in CROSS, NY J86713, which placed an uncovered foam pad under 3921.13 and a covered pad under 9404. However, when I look […]
Question: Would HTS classifications 2401.10.53 and 2401.20.29 also be interpreted as Principle Use classifications ? Both classifications state the tobacco is Cigar Binder or Cigar Filler. Would it be correct that the tobacco, to be classified under either HTS, must prior to or at the time of importation, exhibit the use of being cigar binder or […]
Question: If an importer discovers a classification change that is statistical only (rate remains the same), they are required to submit statistical corrections for all unliquidated entries via PCS or Quarterly PEA. Are they required to submit corrections for entries that are already liquidated? ************** Answers: Depends on if you filed in ACE or ACS. […]
Question: I wanted to see if anyone in the group would be willing or could share any type of buying guide they may have created to help their buyers sourcing glass items vs candle holders. This would be something that a buyer could use when they are negotiating with vendors – do not have resources […]
Question: Does anyone have a link or know where I can find the 2014 to 2015 HTS correlation table? ************* ANSWERS: I was able to find the changes at http://www.usitc.gov/publications/docs/tata/hts/bychapter/1500chgs.pdf ************* This is what I’ve found for the combined nomenclature list. It is to be mentioned that it is not exhaustive so carefully checking the […]
Question: What is the 2015 HTS equivalent for 1993 HTS 8548.00.0000 which provided for electrical parts of machinery or apparatus, not specified or included elsewhere in this chapter? ========== Answers: As per the mere description you provided it should be 8548.90.0100. See the heading description: ========== 8548.90.0100 ==========
Question: I would like to ask a question of any members in Canada or anyone familiar with the nomenclature of Chapter 65 (hats and headgear) in the CBSA HTS. As with the US HTS, headings 6501 and 6502 in the CBSA HTS are for hat bodies and hat shapes, which are un-finished hats to be […]
Question: I currently have the fourth edition (2007) of the Explanatory Notes. Can the membership advise if the changes to the new edition are substantial enough to warrant an investment to the fifth edition (2014)? ========== Answer: While the question of how to invest your budget is ultimately one for you and your company to […]
Question: I am wondering whether Writ of Mandamus” or “Administrative Procedure Act “(APA) can be used to compel a Federal Government Agency such as CBP to make a decision on pending matters within a reasonable amount of time. I am referring to binding ruling request at CBP HQ in DC that sometimes takes years to […]
Question: When importing a watch under Tariff Code 9102.21.10 the General Tariff is $0.75 each + 6% on the case + 14% on the strap band or bracelet. Should the supplier invoice breakdown the watch item into its component parts for quantity and value? Am I correct in assuming that the Movement (HTS […]
