CLA-2-84:OT:RR:NC:N1:102
Ms. Kim Witkum
Brooks Automation
15 Elizabeth Dr.
Chelmsford, MA 01824
RE: The tariff classification of a gas compressor from Mexico
Dear Ms. Witkum:
In your letter dated September 18, 2009 you requested a tariff classification ruling. Descriptive literature was submitted.
The item you plan to import is described as the CTI-Cryogenics 9600 Compressor. This rotary gas compressor is designed to work with specific types of cryogenic vacuum pumps. Typically, the compressor is located remotely and is connected to the cryogenic vacuum pump by long stainless steel hoses. It is part of a cryogenic vacuum pump system that is used in the manufacture of wafers with integrated circuits, data storage, flat panel displays, compact discs and coatings for eyeglasses and optical devices.
The compressor is used to compress helium gas for circulation within the vacuum pump system. It is generally made of stainless steel or copper and has an input power that ranges from 2 kW to 16.5 kW. The compressor is not interchangeable with all cryogenic vacuum pump systems.
The applicable subheading for the gas compressor will be 8414.80.2055, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS), which provides for other compressors, including reciprocating and rotary, not exceeding 186.5 kW. The general rate of duty is free.
Duty rates are provided for your convenience and are subject to change. The text of the most recent HTSUS and the accompanying duty rates are provided on World Wide Web at http://www.usitc.gov/tata/hts/.
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 Kenneth T. Brock at (646) 733-3009.
Sincerely,
Robert B. Swierupski
Director
National Commodity Specialist Division