CBP Issues Revised ICP on Gloves, Mittens & Mitts, Not Knitted or Crocheted, Under the HTSUS
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has issued a revised version of its informed compliance publication (ICP) entitled, What Every Member of the Trade Community Should Know About: Gloves, Mittens & Mitts, Not Knitted or Crocheted, Under the HTSUS.
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The publication was prepared by the National Commodity Specialist Division and is a study of the classification of gloves, mittens and mitts. The ICP was first issued in June 1998, and has since been revised in January 2004, May 2005, and July 2006.
Definition of a "Mitt" Amended
According to CBP sources, the definition of "mitt" has been amended to exclude dust mitts, oven mitts, and wash mitts. CBP sources explain that these items are excluded from the definition of "mitt" because they are properly classified in another HTS Chapter.
Information on the Textile Fiber Identification Act & the Wool Products Labeling Act Expanded
CBP sources also state that the ICP's guidance on the Textile Fiber Identification Act and the Wool Products Labeling Act has been expanded in order to provide more complete information.
Overview of ICP
According to the table of contents, the revised ICP contains information on the following (partial list):
Definitions
Definitions for terms used in the tariff and glove trade
Heading 6216
Background
Gloves, mittens and mitts: impregnated, coated or covered with plastics or rubber
Glove Marking Requirements
Country of origin
Textile Fiber Identification Act
Wool Products Labeling Act
The Importer's Responsibilities
Burden of correctly classifying merchandise has shifted from Customs to the importer
CBP states that the material in this publication is provided for general information purposes only. CBP cautions that because many complicated factors can be involved in customs issues, an importer may wish to obtain a ruling under CBP regulations 19 CFR Part 177, or to obtain advice from an expert who specializes in customs matters-for example, a licensed customs broker, attorney or consultant. Reliance solely on the general information in this pamphlet may not be considered reasonable care.
ICP on Gloves, Mittens & Mitts, Not Knitted or Crocheted, Under the HTSUS (revised July 2006) available at http://www.cbp.gov/linkhandler/cgov/toolbox/legal/informed_compliance_pubs/icp029.ctt/icp029.pdf