CLA-2-84:OT:RR:E:NC:1:102
Ms. Eunice Martinez
Norman Krieger, Inc.
9635 Heinrich Hertz Drive
Suite 5-8
San Diego, CA 92154
RE: The tariff classification of ice/beverage dispensers from Mexico
Dear Ms. Martinez:
In your letter dated November 19, 2008 you requested a tariff classification ruling on behalf of your client, McCann’s Engineering MFG. Company. A product specification sheet and illustrations were submitted.
The items you plan to import are described as drop in ice/beverage dispensers, part numbers DI-1522, DI-2323 and DIL-2323. These free standing dispensers are made of stainless steel and are designed to chill and dispense soda and non-carbonated beverages. They can be found in restaurants, supermarkets and cafeterias.
The applicable subheading for the ice/beverage dispensers will be 8418.69.0130, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS), which provides for soda fountain and beer dispensing equipment. The rate of duty is free.
Duty rates are provided for your convenience and are subject to change. The text of the most recent HTSUS and the accompanying duty rates are provided on World Wide Web at http://www.usitc.gov/tata/hts/.
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 Kenneth T. Brock at (646) 733-3009.
Sincerely,
Robert B. Swierupski
Director
National Commodity Specialist Division