CLA-2-95:RR:NC:2:224 C89566
Jan Carlsen
Bates Korsnäs A/S
Stigsborgvej 36
DK-9400 Nørresundby
Denmark
RE: The tariff classification of cargo airbags.
Dear Mr. Carlsen:
In your letter dated June 18, 1998, you requested a tariff classification
ruling.
The merchandise consists of airbags which are laid beneath, wedged among or
otherwise used to secure cargo carried by ship or rail. The airbags are
positioned between the goods and inflated using compressed air. They support and
stabilize the cargo during transport and prevent injury from chafing or
moisture. The Cargo-
Pak airbags are said to be made of layers of Korsnäs DFDC paper. On the inside
are layers of PE quality film (coextruded). The bags measure from a minimum 60 x
110 cm. to a maximum 100 x 220 cm.
The applicable subheading for the cargo protection airbag will be
3926.90.7500, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which
provides for other inflatable articles, not elsewhere specified or included. The
rate of duty will be 4.2 percent ad valorem.
This ruling is being issued under the provisions of Section 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 Tom
McKenna at 212-466-5475.
Sincerely,
Robert B. Swierupski
Director,
National Commodity Specialist
Division