CLA-2-37:RR:NC:2:236 C88819
Mr. Bob Corrado
Compass Forward Co.
159-15 Rockaway Blvd.
Jamaica NY 11434
RE: The tariff classification of Canon NP-1010/1020 Toner Cartridge from
Japan
Dear Mr. Corrado:
In your letter dated June 8, 1997, on behalf of your client Canon, Inc.,
you requested a tariff classification ruling.
The sample submitted, Canon NP-1010/1020 Toner Cartridge, consists of two
toner cartridges, each measuring approximately
11 1/2" in length and 1 1/4" in diameter, and a black plastic appplicator with a
textile material attached. Each toner cartridge contains approximately 105 grams
of black toner. The toner cartridges do not contain any electrical contacts or
moving parts and are simple in design. The toner in each cartridge is used in
photocopiers to produce an image on paper.
The applicable subheading for the Canon NP-1010/1020 Toner Cartridge will
be 3707.90.3290, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States, which provides
for Chemical preparations for photographic uses (other than varnishes, glues,
adhesives and similar preparations) unmixed products for photographic uses, put
up for retail sale in a form ready for use: Other: Chemical preparations for
photographic uses: Other: Other. The rate of duty will be 6.9 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
V. Gualario at 212-466-5744.
Sincerely,
Robert B. Swierupski
Director,
National Commodity
Specialist Division