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K849152004-04-20New YorkClassification

The tariff classification of a plastic case for a compact disc from China.

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

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Primary HTS Code

3923.10.0000

$94.4M monthly imports

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4 cases

CIT & Federal Circuit

Ruling Age

22 years

Data compiled from CBP CROSS Rulings, Census Bureau Trade Data, CourtListener (CIT/CAFC) · As of 2026-05-06 · Updates monthly

Summary

The tariff classification of a plastic case for a compact disc from China.

Ruling Text

NY K84915 April 20, 2004 CLA-2-39:RR:NC:SP:221 K84915 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 3923.10.0000 Mr. Jim Chan Viva Magnetics Limited 16th Floor, E on Factory Building 14 Wong Chuk Hang Road Hong Kong RE: The tariff classification of a plastic case for a compact disc from China. Dear Mr. Chan: In your letter dated March 10, 2004, you requested a tariff classification ruling. A sample was not provided with your letter. You describe the product as a plastic box for a compact disc. The price is said to be less than 25 cents per box, and this box appears to be the typical jewel box case in which CD’s are sold. The applicable subheading for the plastic box will be 3923.10.0000, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for articles for the conveyance or packing of goods, of plastics: boxes, cases, crates and similar articles. The rate of duty will be 3 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 Joan Mazzola at 646-733-3023. Sincerely, Robert B. Swierupski Director, National Commodity Specialist Division