Classification: practice questions · page 2

26.Of the four choices below, which is the best CLASSIFICATION of a pair of men’s trousers made up of 100 percent polyester knit pile fabric, the outer surface of which has been laminated with a polyester material that completely obscures the underlying fabric?

27.What is the CLASSIFICATION of an automatic baseball pitching machine that releases five time- delayed balls in succession? The pitching machine is constructed of bright colored plastic and operates using four D cell batteries, which power the launcher and audible sound that signals when the next ball is coming. The product also includes a hollow yellow plastic bat and five white hollow plastic balls. Additionally, beginners can convert the product into a miniature T-ball set. It is recommended for children aged 3 years and older.

28.What is the CLASSIFICATION of an apparatus for electroplating flatware made up of silver anodes, an electrolytic solution, and a direct-current (DC) power source? The apparatus is designed for silver anodes and brass (copper-zinc) flatware cathodes to be immersed in the electrolytic solution. The apparatus functions by applying a positively- charged electric current through the anodes and a negatively-charged current through the cathodes. These charges cause silver atoms to dissolve in the electrolytic solution and move toward the negatively-charged brass flatware, thereby coating the brass flatware with silver.

29.What is the reportable quantity of the following merchandise in the correct order of reporting? One meter equals 100 centimeters. One kilogram equals 1000 grams. Length in meters multiplied by width in meters equals meters squared. • The merchandise is woven corded wool tapestry fabric classified under subheading 5111.19.1000 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the U.S. • The fabric measures 137 centimeters wide by 552 centimeters long. • The fabric weighs 3,600 grams.

30.What is the CLASSIFICATION of a greenhouse cabinet measuring 48" high by 36" wide by 20" deep? The greenhouse is constructed of a wooden frame with unreinforced, translucent plastic sides and roof that allow for light to enter. The wooden frame is the component that forms the structure of the greenhouse and gives the item its essential character. The greenhouse has two cabinet doors that open to reveal three, evenly spaced, interior wooden shelves for plants. The shelves specifically fit the width and depth of the greenhouse. The greenhouse is designed for placement on the ground or floor.

31.What is the CLASSIFICIATION of glazed ceramic mosaic cubes on a mesh backing which measure approximately 1 centimeter (cm) wide by 1 cm long by 1 cm thick, and have a water absorption coefficient by weight of 0.3%?

32.Of the four choices below, which is the best CLASSIFICATION and associated duty rate to be listed on the entry summary for an entry on August 1, 2025, of the following merchandise? The merchandise is a replica scale model of a 1955 Chevy 3100 pickup truck in red. Commonly known as the “Christmas Truck,” this model is intended for individuals 15 years of age and up. The model was die-cast in parts in Germany of a zinc-aluminum alloy. The parts were buffed, painted, and assembled with welding into the complete model trucks in China.

33.What is the CLASSIFICATION of a flat piece of marble which has been surface- polished but not edge-worked, and measures 30 centimeters long by 30 centimeters wide by 3 centimeters thick?

34.What is the CLASSIFICATION of a beverage dispenser machine designed to dispense both soda and non-carbonated soft drinks? The dispenser is made of stainless steel and incorporates solenoid valves that allow the components of a beverage to be mixed, and ultimately dispensed, on demand. It also features a “cold plate”, which uses a supply of ice provided by a different apparatus that does not accompany the instant merchandise at importation, to cool beverages before dispensing them (i.e., it is not imported with a refrigerating unit). The machine’s solenoid valves control the flow of liquid through the water and syrup lines, and their activation by a customer directly causes the machine to mix and release the beverages. The machine will be used in restaurants, supermarkets, and cafeterias.

35.For this Temporary Importation Under Bond (TIB), which CLASSIFICATION would be appropriate for the following scenario? Toys Extravaganza, Inc., located in Germany, owns a mold used to cast certain plastic toy figurines. Happy Toys Co., located in the United States, produces these same certain plastic toy figurines, within which they manufacture and sell exclusively for exportation. Happy Toys Co. wants to temporarily import the mold for use in their production of the plastic toy figurines while their mold is being repaired. Happy Toys Co. does not intend to import the mold for sale or sale on approval and will only use it to produce these toy figurines. After using this mold, Happy Toys Co. will return the mold to Germany 4 months from its date of importation.

36.What is the CLASSIFICATION of a motorcycle propelled by an electric motor rated at 80 kilowatts output? (1 megawatt = 1000 kilowatts; 1 kilowatt = 1000 watts; 1 kilowatt = 1.34102 horsepower)

37.What is the CLASSIFICATION of a women’s cape made from 80 percent wool, 20 percent acrylic woven fabric?

38.What is the CLASSIFICATION of a men’s hip-length jacket with an outer layer constructed of 100% nylon woven fabric and an inner layer of thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU) film that cannot be seen with the naked eye? The outer layer is treated with a durable water repellent, which makes the garment water resistant. The garment features a full front opening with a weatherproof zipper closure that extends to the top of a stand-up collar. The garment features critically sealed seams, articulated elbows, long sleeves with elastic cuffs, pit vents, a back vent, a lower-back zippered pocket, and a drop-tail hem.

39.What is the CLASSIFICATION of 100% rubber unisex seamless examination gloves, which are used in veterinary offices?

40.The new owner of a previously recorded trademark would like to continue the recordation with CBP. The trademark is for an item with a gray market counterpart the owner would like protection against based on physical and material differences. The following are all actions the owner must take to continue the recordation EXCEPT:

41.A shipment of imported merchandise valued in excess of $50,000.00 is detained on suspicion that the merchandise bears a suspect version of a federally registered trademark that is recorded with CBP. The importer is notified of the detention and given seven days to provide information that would establish that the merchandise does not bear a counterfeit mark. No information is timely provided. Accordingly, CBP provides the owner of the recorded trademark with digital images of the merchandise and its retail packaging, to include images that feature universal product codes that appear on the merchandise. Following receipt of the images, the trademark owner advises CBP that the suspect marks were not applied to the merchandise with authorization. CBP seizes the merchandise on the basis that it bears a counterfeit trademark. Within thirty days from notification of seizure, the importer may:

42.If imported merchandise is detained because CBP suspects it bears a counterfeit version of a mark that is registered with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office and recorded with CBP, and the importer, upon written notification, does not provide information within seven days of such notification that establishes to CBP’s satisfaction that the suspect mark is not counterfeit, or provides information that is insufficient to establish that the suspect mark is not counterfeit, CBP may disclose to the right holder:

43.What is the CLASSIFICATION of a new road tractor, with both compression-ignition internal combustion piston engine and electric motor as motors for propulsion that has a gross vehicle weight (G.V.W.) of 34,100 kilograms, and its self-loading semi-trailer for agricultural purposes?

44.Which of the following is the appropriate method to challenge the seizure of merchandise for a violation of 19 USC 1526(e), as implemented by 19 CFR 133.21?

45.Of the four choices below, which is the best CLASSIFICATION of a machine that produces glass fibers? This machine is a highly specialized piece of equipment that operates at elevated temperatures to produce glass fibers using molten glass. Due to the size of the complete machine, it cannot be shipped on a single conveyance. The importer of record elected to enter the machine disassembled and in multiple shipments within six days at the Port of Newark. The first shipment was released pursuant to a special permit for immediate delivery upon arrival. After the components are imported, they will be delivered directly to the customer and will be assembled then.

46.Which of the following is NOT a requirement with respect to additional articles or classes of articles designated Instruments of International Traffic?

47.What is the CLASSIFICATION for a plastic tripod designed for use with a digital camera?

48.What is the correct CLASSIFICATION of milk chocolate bars imported from Switzerland that are shipped in 132-pound flat containers? By weight, each chocolate bar consists of 39.12% sugar, 32.50% cocoa powder, 12.88% cocoa butter, 10.50% skim milk powder, 4.03% granulated cocoa, 0.77% soy lecithin and 0.20% vanillin, with a total milk solids content of 15.3%. Each chocolate bar weighs 5 kg. Prior to shipping, the chocolate bars are placed inside bulk containers, which hold 12 bars each.

49.What is the CLASSIFICATION of live eel?

50.What is the CLASSIFICATION of a teacup that is made of a porcelain containing 28 percent of tricalcium phosphate, valued at $18.00, and not available in specified sets?