U.S. Customs and Border Protection · CROSS Database · 1 HTS code referenced
The tariff classification of a sunshade from China.
NY K82882 February 20, 2004 CLA-2-63:RR:NC:N3:351 K82882 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 6306.99.0000 Ms. Jeanne Berg VP Operations Air Freight Int'l d/b/a/ AFI California 2381 Rosencrans Ave., Ste 100 El Segundo, CA 90245 RE: The tariff classification of a sunshade from China. Dear Ms. Berg: In your letter dated January 28, 2004, you requested a ruling on behalf of Gale Specific of Ontario, CA, on tariff classification. You submitted a sample of an “Exterior Roll-Up Solar Shade” along with technical specifications, advertising information, and assembly and use instructions. The screen is woven of PVC-coated polyester yarns, making it a textile fabric for tariff purposes. The sunscreen is for outdoor use and is said to provide 80% UV protection. It may be installed over a window or elsewhere, such as a patio or deck. It rolls vertically up and down. The applicable subheading for this product will be 6306.99.0000, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for sunblinds: other: of other textile materials. The general rate of duty will be 4.5 percent ad valorem. This ruling is being issued under the provisions of Part 177 of the Customs Regulations (19 C.F.R.). 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 Mitchel Bayer at 646-733-3102. Sincerely, Robert B. Swierupski Director, National Commodity Specialist Division