U.S. Customs and Border Protection · CROSS Database · 1 HTS code referenced
Primary HTS Code
8539.29.30
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29 years
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The tariff classification of light bulbs from China.
NY A84702 July 3, 1996 CLA-2-85:RR:NC:GI: 227 A84702 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 8539.29.30 Mr. Michael Rosbach Rite Aid Corporation P.O. Box 3165 Harrisburg, PA 17105 RE: The tariff classification of light bulbs from China. Dear Mr. Rosbach: In your letter dated June 7, 1996, you requested a tariff classification ruling. The samples submitted are candelabra light bulbs, known as the "Candolier Bulbs 2 Pack" (item number 91686), which consist of two small light bulbs of DC 3 Volt, packaged in a blister card, that are designed to be used for battery-operated candles. The applicable subheading for these light bulbs, item number 91686, will be 8539.29.30, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for other filament lamps of a power not exceeding 200 W and for a voltage not exceeding 100 V: other. The rate of duty will be free. This ruling is being issued under the provisions of Part 177 of the Customs Regulations (19 C.F.R. 177). A copy of the ruling letter or the control number indicated above should be provided with the entry documents filed at the time this merchandise is imported. If you have any questions regarding the ruling, contact National Import Specialist George Kalkines at 212-466-5794. Sincerely, Roger J. Silvestri Director, National Commodity Specialist Division
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