U.S. Customs and Border Protection · CROSS Database · 1 HTS code referenced
Primary HTS Code
9405.50.4000
$8.1M monthly imports
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Ruling Age
32 years
Data compiled from CBP CROSS Rulings, Census Bureau Trade Data · As of 2026-05-06 · Updates monthly
The tariff classification of a candle holder from Hong Kong.
NY 889650 September 20, 1993 CLA-2-94:S:N:N3 227 889650 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 9405.50.4000 Ms. Mona Webster Target Stores 33 South Sixth Street P.O. Box 1392 Minneapolis, MN 55440-1392 RE: The tariff classification of a candle holder from Hong Kong. Dear Ms. Webster: 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 RECEIPT : August 25, 1993 DESCRIPTION OF MERCHANDISE : The sample submitted is a porcelain candle holder, style number JP93915, which is shaped in the form of a wiseman measuring nearly 7 inches high. HTS PROVISION : Other non-electrical lamps and lighting fittings HTS SUBHEADING : 9405.50.4000 RATE OF DUTY : 7.6 percent ad valorem 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