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L844232005-04-28New YorkClassification

The tariff classification of a night light from China.

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

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Primary HTS Code

9405.40.80

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Court Cases

6 cases

CIT & Federal Circuit

Ruling Age

21 years

Data compiled from CBP CROSS Rulings, CourtListener (CIT/CAFC) · As of 2026-04-30 · Updates real-time

Summary

The tariff classification of a night light from China.

Ruling Text

NY L84423 April 28, 2005 CLA-2-94: RR: NC: 1:108 L84423 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 9405.40.80 Mr. Bernard D. Liberati Morris Friedman & Co. 325 Chestnut Street (Suite 415) Philadelphia, PA 19106-3883 RE: The tariff classification of a night light from China. Dear Mr. Liberati: In your letter dated April 20, 2005 you requested a tariff classification ruling. The item in question is a stained glass night light (sample enclosed) denoted as item number PL9009-73. It has a plastic plug and on off switch with a clear light bulb. It is designed for use with an electrical wall receptacle. It provides necessary lighting for a darkened room. The applicable subheading for the stained glass night light will be 9405.40.80, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for Other electric lamps and lighting fittings: Other. The rate of duty will be 3.9 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 Michael Contino at 646-733-3014. Sincerely, Robert B. Swierupski Director, National Commodity Specialist Division

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