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B864711997-08-08New YorkClassification

The tariff classification of ceramic potteries from Ghana.

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

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Primary HTS Code

6913.90.5000

$43.4M monthly imports

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CIT & Federal Circuit

Ruling Age

28 years

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Summary

The tariff classification of ceramic potteries from Ghana.

Ruling Text

NY B86471 August 8, 1997 CLA-2-69:RR:NC:2: 227 B86471 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 6913.90.5000 Mr. Joel Patenaude Natural Imports Ltd. 135 Eastern Parkway Ste. 14D Brooklyn, NY 11238 RE: The tariff classification of ceramic potteries from Ghana. Dear Mr. Patenaude: In your letter dated July 14, 1997, you requested a tariff classification ruling. The subject merchandise, based on the photos submitted, consists of decorative ceramic potteries which measure approximately 4 inches by 5 inches to 30 inches by 20 inches. The applicable subheading for these decorative ceramic potteries will be 6913.90.5000, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for other ornamental ceramic articles. The rate of duty will be 6.4 percent ad valorem. Articles classifiable under subheading 6913.90.5000, HTS, which are products of Ghana are entitled to duty free treatment under the Generalized System of Preferences (GSP) upon compliance with all applicable regulations. 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 George Kalkines at 212-466-5794. Sincerely, Gwenn Klein Kirschner Chief, Special Products Branch National Commodity Specialist Division