CLA-2-84:RR:NC:MM:106 D83693
Mr. James Shaw
Panasonic Logistics Co.
2 Panasonic Way
Secaucus, NJ 07094
RE: The tariff classification of a personal cleaning device from
Japan.
Dear Mr. Shaw:
In your letter dated October 15, 1998 you requested a tariff
classification ruling. You submitted descriptive literature with
your request.
The article in question is a hand-held, battery-operated,
personal cleaning device, identified as the Comfort Wash, model
BH-886. The device operates as a portable hygiene system and is
a one-piece unit that holds 200 milliliters of water. The
Comfort Wash has a built-in pump operated by the battery, and is
triggered by a push button that causes a jet of water to spray
from a nozzle tip. The unit has adjustable water pressure,
either a low spray or high spray. The Comfort Wash can be used
as a bidet and is recommended for people who suffer from
hemorrhoids or similar medical conditions, for elderly or
physically challenged individuals, for baby care and also for
daily cleanliness and personal hygiene.
The applicable subheading for the personal cleaning device
will be 8424.89.7090, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United
States (HTS), which provides for other mechanical appliances for
projecting, dispersing or spraying liquids. The rate of duty
will be 2.2 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
Patrick J. Wholey at 212-466-5668.
Sincerely,
Robert B. Swierupski
Director,
National Commodity
Specialist Division