8479.90.65.00 - Container assemblies incorporating more than one of the following: container bottom; container wrapper; slide track; container front
Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Unit of Quantity | No. |
| General Rate of Duty | Free |
| Special Rate of Duty | N/A |
| Column 2 Rate of Duty | 35% |
| Quota Quantity | N/A |
| Additional Duties | N/A |
Overview
This HTS category, 8479.90.65.00, covers specialized container assemblies that are integral parts of certain machinery. These assemblies are characterized by the incorporation of more than one of the following components: a container bottom, a container wrapper, a slide track, or a container front. Such assemblies are typically found in machinery designed for specific operational processes where containment and controlled movement are essential functions, such as certain types of dispensing, packaging, or sorting machinery.
When classifying within this HTS chapter, it is crucial to distinguish 8479.90.65.00 from its sibling categories. For instance, 8479.90.45.00 pertains to frame assemblies, focusing on structural elements like baseplates and side frames. Similarly, 8479.90.55.00 deals with ram assemblies, which include rams and associated wrappers or covers. Cabinets or cases, classified under 8479.90.75.00, serve a protective or housing function, distinct from the operational containment role of the assemblies in 8479.90.65.00.
As this is a leaf node in the HTS classification, there are no further subcategories to explore. Therefore, classification into 8479.90.65.00 will rely on a thorough examination of the imported article to confirm the presence of a container assembly incorporating at least two of the specified components (bottom, wrapper, slide track, or front) and its function as a part of machinery not otherwise specified or included in Chapter 84. The context of the larger machinery from which these parts are derived is key to their accurate classification.