Which rulings did CBP issue in August 2026?

Three Xtone porcelain ceramic slabs from Spain stay in 6914.10.80

CBP affirmed NY N329628 on Xtone ceramic slabs from Spain that are cut into countertops and similar products after import. The requester argued that the Aria White, Carrara White and Solo White slabs should be stoneware under 6914.90.80 because they are unfinished. CBP kept them in 6914.10.80 as porcelain because lab tests showed they meet the porcelain definition in U.S. Note 5(a) to Chapter 69.

Who it matters to: Importers of unfinished ceramic slabs should know that CBP classifies them as porcelain based on water absorption, translucency and whiteness, whether or not the article is finished.

CBP subject: Affirmation of NY N329628; Classification of Xtone ceramic surfaces from Spain

HTS 6914.10.80

Bulk PEG 3350 USP stays classified as a polyether in 3907.29.00

Hampton Pharma LLC sought reconsideration of NY N351915 on Polyethylene Glycol (PEG) 3350 USP, a bulk pharmaceutical grade powder sold to manufacturers for further processing. The company argued for classification as an organic chemical ether under heading 2909 or as a medicament under heading 3004, but CBP found pegylated polymer derivatives are excluded from Chapter 29 and the product is not put up in measured doses for retail sale. CBP affirmed NY N351915, classifying the PEG 3350 under subheading 3907.29.00, which covers other polyethers in primary form.

Who it matters to: Importers of bulk pharmaceutical grade polyethylene glycol or similar pegylated polymer intermediates should expect classification under Chapter 39 as polyethers, not as organic chemicals or finished medicaments, unless the product is put up for retail sale in measured doses.

CBP subject: Affirmation of NY N351915; Tariff classification of Polyethylene Glycol (PEG) 3350 USP (CAS # 25322-68-3)

HTS 3907.29.00

CBP rejects first sale valuation for related-party mixing equipment imports

An importer of mixing equipment asked CBP to approve using the first sale price between a related foreign manufacturer and an intermediary as the transaction value basis. CBP found the importer did not show the sale was unaffected by the parties' relationship, citing an undefined share of overhead costs in the transfer price, the manufacturer's discretion to adjust price for order volume changes, and missing transaction-level proof of payment. CBP held that the first sale price does not qualify as an acceptable basis for appraisement under 19 U.S.C. 1401a(b).

Who it matters to: Importers using first sale valuation with related suppliers must supply complete transaction-level payment records and show the transfer price formula is fixed and objective, not subject to open-ended adjustments.

CBP subject: Prospective Ruling Request; First Sale

CONCACAF event equipment qualifies for duty-free entry under 9817.60.00

CONCACAF sought duty-free treatment for uniforms, sports equipment, broadcast gear, accreditation supplies, sponsor goods and other items imported for its international soccer events in the United States and abroad from 2026 to 2030. CBP ruled that these goods qualify under subheading 9817.60.00, HTSUS, as equipment and materials imported in connection with an international athletic event, provided the items are not sold or distributed to the public and are imported by or on behalf of CONCACAF or its vendors under formal agreements. CBP also found that surplus goods later donated for charitable, legacy or community purposes remain eligible as long as they are not resold or given to the public.

Who it matters to: Importers and vendors handling equipment for CONCACAF or similar international athletic events can use this ruling to support duty-free entry under 9817.60.00, if the goods stay out of public sale and proper agreements document who is importing on behalf of the event organizer.

CBP subject: Subheading 9817.60.00, HTSUS; Equipment and Goods Related to CONCACAF