QUESTION ON “KIT” VS “ASSY”: Our high tech company has been using the words “KIT” or “ASSY” for descriptions of repair and upgrades that are supplied to customers and our engineers of products that fit under the tariff heading 8442. The majority of the time the “KIT” or “ASSY” is a collection of different items […]
I am looking for the formula or method of calculation accepted by U.S. Customs to determine the dry linen capacity of washers and dryers classified under 8450.11 through 8451.29. In the U.S. manufacturers specify volume capacity in cubic feet. Classification will vary depending on whether or not the dry linen capacity is less than or […]
I am curious about importing unassembled goods under the GRI 2a General Rules Of Interpretation) provision into China (Shanghai) and Taiwan. How successful has that been? What type of additional documentation was required? The issue we have is with RMAs. When we import an entire station using a one line invoice, it has been difficult […]
I’ve run into a product that will have an increase in duty as a result of the WCO tariff changes. It’s been stated that the changes are intended to be duty neutral. Specifically, bamboo flooring was previously imported under 4412.29.5600 as duty free. In the new tariff, it is properly classified under 4412.10.0000 at 8%. […]
We are needing some ideas on the processes of how to set up the data showing that we have reviewed our product line and tariff classification including binding rulings and photos of mdse. We are wondering what would be the most efficient way to archive the data either electronically or how to match the information […]
We are importing components for medical devices that most resemble > Black & Decker drills and saws. The components are imported from > Singapore and used to manufacture the internal workings of the device. > The finished device will have patient contact but the components > themselves are not intended to contact the patient. To […]
Has anyone had any experience in importing “cores” into the U.S. An example would be a used core of a motor vehicle master cylinder that was returned by the consumer to an auto retail parts store in mexico. The consumer gets a core credit for a new master cylinder purchased. The core is sent by […]
Gloves flagged as FD1’s. Different gloves may be FD1 or FD2, with FD2 being the HTS’s that are for medical exam or surgical gloves. We have FD1 gloves that are sold to food processors. I do not see any product codes in the product code builder for this. I only see the medical gloves codes. […]
I work in electronics (and always have) and need to classify what appears to be a messenger bag made of polyester. I think I could tell satin from denim but that’s where my textile expertise ends. Can someone help me please?
Per IRS Form 720, the tax on Ozone Depleting Chemicals for imported products needs to be declared. To my knowledge this is not declared as part of the customs entry. How is this tax typically paid/managed? Is there a list of HTS or commodities that are considered ozone depleting? Any references or guidance is appreciated.
Am running into HTSUS classification compliance issues. Others (in house, not our brokers, although they assist where possible) are responsible for classification, but reviews of complied parts lists show the same HTSUS number, raising suspicions. Does anyone have recommendations on a good stand-alone class on HTSUS Classification to take, either on-line or in person that […]
Question: Does anyone have recommendations on how to share a single product classification database between different company locations on different network servers? Is SQL the best (and cheapest) way to go? If so, what are you using as a front-end for it? SAP doesn’t work for me as our products often require multiple HTS numbers […]
