8473.30.51.00 - Other 🖩
Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Unit of Quantity | No. |
| General Rate of Duty (Column 1 - General) | Free |
| Special Rate of Duty (Column 1 - Special) | N/A |
| Column 2 Rate of Duty | 35% |
| Quota Quantity | N/A |
| Additional Duties | N/A |
Overview
This classification, HTS Code 8473.30.51.00, encompasses "Other" parts and accessories specifically designed for machines of heading 8471, provided they do not incorporate a cathode ray tube. This residual category is for components that are essential for the functioning of computers and their peripheral devices but do not fall under more specific subdivisions. Examples might include internal structural elements, certain connectors not classified elsewhere, or miscellaneous hardware components that serve a protective or structural purpose for the machines of heading 8471.
It is crucial to distinguish this category from its siblings. HTS Code 8473.30.11 specifically covers "Printed circuit assemblies," which are populated boards with electronic components. Similarly, 8473.30.20.00 is designated for parts and accessories, including specialized items like face plates and lock latches, directly related to these printed circuit assemblies. Therefore, 8473.30.51.00 is intended for items that are not printed circuit assemblies or direct accessories to them, but still qualify as parts or accessories for machines of heading 8471.
As this node is a leaf node within the HTS structure, there are no further subcategories to introduce. Classification within this HTS code relies on a thorough examination of the component's function, its intended use solely or principally with machines of heading 8471, and its exclusion from more specific classifications, particularly those relating to printed circuit assemblies and their associated parts.