U.S. Customs and Border Protection · CROSS Database · 1 HTS code referenced
Primary HTS Code
3604.10.0000
$47.4M monthly imports
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Ruling Age
33 years
Data compiled from CBP CROSS Rulings, Census Bureau Trade Data · As of 2026-05-06 · Updates monthly
The tariff classification of color smoke balls from HongKong
NY 880854 December 21, 1992 CLA-2-36:S:N:N3:119 880854 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 3604.10.0000 Ms. Serena Swartz S. Swartz Co. P.O. Box 12384 North Kansas City, MO 64116 RE: The tariff classification of color smoke balls from Hong Kong Dear Ms. Swartz: In your letter dated November 23, 1992, you requested a tariff classification ruling on behalf of Winco Fireworks, Overland Park, Kansas. The color smoke balls are designed for outdoor use only. When its fuse is ignited, the ball emits a colored smoke. Each retail package contains an assortment of different color smoke balls. The applicable subheading for the color smoke balls will be 3604.10.0000, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for fireworks. The rate of duty will be 11 cents per kilogram, including the weight of all coverings, packing material and wrappings. This ruling is being issued under the provisions of Section 177 of the Customs Regulations (19 C.F.R. 177). 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