The tariff classification of switches, a relay and a bracket from Taiwan and Canada

NY D82262 October 1, 1998 CLA-2-85:RR:NC:1: 112 D82262 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 8536.50.9065; 8536.41.0060; 8302.42.3065; 8302.30.3060 Mr. Roy Sobchuk R.S. Designs & Consultations 58 Hazelwood Crescent Brandon, Manitoba Canada R7A 2J9 RE: The tariff classification of switches, a relay and a bracket from Taiwan and Canada Dear Mr. Sobchuk: In your letter dated August 17, 1998 you requested a tariff classification ruling. As indicated by the submitted samples and the information provided, the switches, relay and bracket are used in the manufacture of wiring harness assemblies that are ultimately used as components of heater units for the seats in automobiles. The switches, identified as part number R13-112L and part number R13-112D, are described as rocker switches and are rated at 250 volts. The relay, identified as part number 42-032U, is rated at 12 volts/40 amps. The bracket, identified as part number CSH SB-002, is an 18 gauge metal bracket which is used to support the switches. The applicable tariff provision for the switches will be 8536.50.9065, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States Annotated (HTSUSA), which provides for other switches, for a voltage not exceeding 1,000 V. The general rate of duty will be 3.2 percent ad valorem. The applicable tariff provision for the relay will be 8536.41.0060, HTSUSA, which provides for relays, for a voltage not exceeding 60 V. The general rate of duty will be 3.2 percent ad valorem. The applicable tariff provision for brackets which are mounted to the automobile seat will be 8302.42.3065, HTSUSA, which provides for other mountings, fittings, and similar articles...: Other, suitable for furniture. The general rate of duty will be 4.3 percent ad valorem. The applicable tariff provision for brackets which are mounted elsewhere in the automobile will be 8302.30.3060, HTSUSA, which provides for other mountings, fittings and similar articles suitable for motor vehicles...: Of iron or steel, of aluminum or of zinc. The general rate of duty will be 2.2 percent ad valorem. This ruling is being issued under the provisions of Part 177 of the Customs Regulations (19 CFR 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 David Curran at 212-466-5680. Sincerely, Robert B. Swierupski Director, National Commodity Specialist Division