The tariff classification of a muscle stimulator from China

NY J80299 February 25, 2003 CLA-2-85:RR:NC:1:112 J80299 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 8543.89.9695 Mr. Brent Reider International Trade Group, Inc. Postal Drawer 21877 Columbus, OH 43221-0877 RE: The tariff classification of a muscle stimulator from China Dear Mr. Reider: In your letter dated January 22, 2003, on behalf of Mantra International (HK), Ltd., you requested a tariff classification ruling. As indicated by the submitted sample and technical information, the stimulator, identified as the “VeriProbe”, is intended for use in obtaining EMG biofeedback and neuromuscular stimulation. This stimulation is claimed to be for the purpose of vaginal muscle conditioning in order to relieve certain conditions, such as stress incontinence. It consists of an insertion probe containing an electric wire that connects to a power source (not included). The applicable subheading for the “VeriProbe” muscle stimulator will be 8543.89.9695, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for other electrical machines and apparatus, …, not specified or included elsewhere in Chapter 85, HTS. The rate of duty will be 2.6 percent ad valorem. 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 David Curran at 646-733-3017. Sincerely, Robert B. Swierupski Director, National Commodity Specialist Division