U.S. Customs and Border Protection · CROSS Database · 1 HTS code referenced
Primary HTS Code
9505.10.2500
$9.6M monthly imports
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Ruling Age
36 years
Data compiled from CBP CROSS Rulings, Census Bureau Trade Data · As of 2026-04-29 · Updates monthly
The tariff classification of a Christmas tree skirt from Indonesia.
NY 849413 February 21, 1990 CLA-2-95:S:N:N3G:343-849413 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 9505.10.2500 Ms. Jill L. Sherman World International Freight Forwarders Inc. P.O. Box 20013 New Orleans International Airport, New Orleans, LA 70141 RE: The tariff classification of a Christmas tree skirt from Indonesia. Dear Ms. Sherman: This classification decision under the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS) is being issued in accordance with the provisions of Section 177 of the Customs Regulations (19 C.F.R. 177). DATE OF INQUIRY : February 5, 1990. ON BEHALF OF : Ms. Penny Brown P.O. Box 100 Erwinville, LA 70729 DESCRIPTION OF MERCHANDISE : The submitted sample is a white circular shaped Christmas tree skirt, stated to be composed of 65% polyester and 35% cotton, which measures approximately 42 inches in diameter. It is further stated that the skirt will be printed with a Christmas scene exactly as portrayed on the sample tablecloth, which you also submitted. HTS PROVISION : Articles for Christmas festivities...Christmas ornaments, other, other. HTS SUBHEADING : 9505.10.2500 RATE OF DUTY : 5 percent ad valorem DUTY CONCESSION : Articles classifiable under subheading 9505.10.2500, HTS, which are products of Indonesia, are entitled to duty free treatment under the Generalized System of Preferences (GSP) upon compliance with all applicable regulations. OTHER : The samples will be returned. A copy of this ruling letter should be attached to the entry documents filed at the time this merchandise is imported. If the documents have been filed without a copy, this ruling should be brought to the attention of the Customs officer handling the transaction. Sincerely, Jean F. Maguire Area Director New York Seaport
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