Classification: Import

Questions and answers about Classification: Import

  • Classification: Import Q&A 63

    We currently import various E1/T1 Cards (under 8471.80.1000) for a variety of Automatic Data Processing machine. It has been brought to my attention that in some cases the E1/T1 card may be loaded with USB Dongle or computer software security key (also classified under 8471.80.1000). NOTE: We import the E1/T1 Cards without dongle/security hardware all […]

  • Classification: Import Q&A 65

    Do any companies reclassify every item or do companies mostly depend upon the supplier/OEM to provide the HTS information? We realize we are the importer of record and are responsible, but are curious to what other companies do.

  • Classification: Import Q&A 67

    As usual I have an unusual item for classification. Here is the deal, I have a Sunglass case, with built in I-pod speakers. My gut feel is that both uses are substantially equal and I should go with the last tariff number in the group, but would like your opinion. Obviously they aren’t great speakers, […]

  • Classification: Import Q&A 68

    I would like to get feedback from retailers that import Christmas / festive articles and how they determine their classifications. Do they depend on the vendors to provide their HTS numbers? Do they get rulings from Customs? I am getting pushback from buyers saying that their vendors are telling them that all festive items are […]