Classification: Import

Question:Does anyone have any insight as to when the USG will adopt the WCO proposed 2012 HTS changes? If you recall, in 2007, the USG did not adopt them until February. I am simply trying to manage my 2012 NAFTA solicitation.

Question:In reading the original question asked and the responses, I had a “light bulb” moment…and have a few additional questions that I would like to ask. We make parts, sub assemblies, and systems for aircraft that have been FAA certified. These parts have been classified under the HTSUS at the part, sub-assembly, and system level. […]

Question: I would like to get an understanding of what other members are doingto ensure that any advice received is from competent and legallyauthorized (i.e., licensed) by the competent authority.  In the pastwe had received advice from non-licensed consultants (accounting firm)in the form of tariff classification.  We are certainly following theadvice to the extent we […]

Question: Does anyone in the membership have a chemical classification worksheet thatthey wouldn’t mind sharing?  I am looking to see the type of informationrequested/guidelines etc that are used when classifying and documentingchemical classifications in the HTS and the CCL.  Any assistance that you canprovide will be greatly appreciated.  

Question: I am trying to create an internal request form for Tariff classification on general products. Although, I mainly deal with automotive parts and accessory products, general items are also imported & exported.  Does anyone in the membership have a form or questionnaire you are willing to share that is being used throughout your organization […]

Question:I’m in retail industry, where buying team is looking for duty ‘cheat sheet’ for textiles.The buyers need this information to make some upfront decisions when calculating landed costs.Something that covers wearing apparel such as men, boy, woman and girl items to include suits, dresses, blouses, trousers, pajamas, swimwear, coats, jumpers.*******************Answers:See attached See attached  

Question:Would any of dear colleagues know of any seminar, courses, web site or directive on “Classifying Chemicals under the Harmonized tariff Schedule”? I certainly appreciate your guidance and any help I can get.

Question: We need to classify equipments used for battery manufacturing, includingmixers, coating equipment, etc. Shall we classify these equipments undergeneral mixer (8479.82) and coating machine (8424.89), or, we shouldclassify them under 8479.89 – considering these equipment are usedspecifically for battery manufacturing, which is not described anywhereelse in chapter 89

Question: I am working on a new product line and need some advice on classification and OGA concerns. We are looking at a repair kit for car upholstery use. It will have a selection of primary colors for mixing up a color match, a few pieces of  vinyl replacement fabric, glue and a heat wand. […]

Question: A zipper pull – copper plated (dipped) with palladium. We do not typically import this type of product and need a starting point before determining if a binding ruling is needed.

Question: I’ll soon be importing wooden trays with metal holding pegs that will beused as part of food manufacturing production line.   The trays are madein Germany of processed wood, pegs which we supply (assist) and thenexported to the US. Unfortunately I was just notified that this stuff will be shipping in aweek and don’t […]

Question:Interested in how the membership may act for items made of wood that are classified in the festive provision of the tariff.  This tariff number itself is not covered by the Lacey provision, but the item imported is nonetheless made of wood product. Do you complete a Lacey Form using the “would be” tariff number, […]