U.S. Customs and Border Protection · CROSS Database · 1 HTS code referenced
Primary HTS Code
9105.21.80
$2.8M monthly imports
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Court Cases
1 case
CIT & Federal Circuit
Ruling Age
29 years
Data compiled from CBP CROSS Rulings, Census Bureau Trade Data, CourtListener (CIT/CAFC) · As of 2026-04-28 · Updates monthly
The tariff classification of a wall clock with a barometer from China.
NY A89623 November 25, 1996 CLA-2-91:RR:NC:2:233 A89623 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 9105.21.80 Mr. Mauritz Plenby Associated Merchandising Corporation 1440 Broadway New York, NY 10018 RE: The tariff classification of a wall clock with a barometer from China. Dear Mr. Plenby: In your letter dated November 14, 1996, on behalf of Target, you requested a tariff classification ruling. The submitted sample, style #AL8035, is a quartz analog battery powered wall clock, measuring approximately 7«" in diameter, with an aluminum case. Incorporated in the lower portion of the face of the clock is a small barometer. Your sample is being returned as requested. The applicable subheading for the wall clock with a barometer will be 9105.21.80, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for Other clocks: Wall clocks: Electrically operated: Other. The rate of duty will be 30› each + 6.9% on the case + 5.3% on the battery. 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 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 Lawrence Mushinske at 212-466-5739. Sincerely, Roger J. Silvestri Director National Commodity Specialist Division
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