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8683091991-11-19New YorkClassification

The tariff classification of inflatable hearts from China

U.S. Customs and Border Protection · CROSS Database · 1 HTS code referenced

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Primary HTS Code

9505.90.6000

$67.6M monthly imports

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Court Cases

9 cases

CIT & Federal Circuit

Ruling Age

34 years

Data compiled from CBP CROSS Rulings, Census Bureau Trade Data, CourtListener (CIT/CAFC) · As of 2026-05-01 · Updates monthly

Summary

The tariff classification of inflatable hearts from China

Ruling Text

NY 868309 November 19, 1991 CLA-2-95:S:N:N3D:225-868309 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 9505.90.6000 Ms. Helen H. Seldon W.M. Stone & Co., Inc. P.O. Box 3160 Norfolk, Virginia 23514 RE: The tariff classification of inflatable hearts from China Dear Ms. Seldon: 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 : October 28, 1991 ON BEHALF OF : Mark Steven Service Merchandisers, Inc. DESCRIPTION OF MERCHANDISE : Item number 745810 is a set of three inflatable hearts. The hearts measure 10 inches in diameter. Each one is printed with a Valentine's Day message. The principle use for the hearts is a decoration for Valentine's day. HTS PROVISION : Festive, carnival or other enter- tainment articles: other: other HTS SUBHEADING : 9505.90.6000 RATE OF DUTY : 3.1 percent ad valorem OTHER : The samples will be returned as requested. 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

Ruling History

Modified by951143

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