CLA-2 CO:R:C:G 087447 CRS

Mr. Justin Yue
Winner Co. (Garments) Ltd.
2nd Floor, East Ocean Centre
98, Granville Road
Kowloon
Hong Kong

RE: Modification of HRL 086696

Dear Mr. Yue:

This is in reply to your letter dated June 21, 1990 (your reference L-JY33/90) concerning Headquarters Ruling Letter (HRL) 086696 dated June 8, 1990.

The first sentence of the Holding section, page 4, contains a typographical error. The sentence should read:

The assembly operations performed in country B (repeat B) do not constitute a substantial transformation as required by 19 CFR 12.130.

Pursuant to section 177.9, Customs Regulations (19 CFR 177.9), HRL 086696 dated June 8, 1990, is modified in conformity with the foregoing.

The holding set forth in HRL 086696 applies only to the specific factual situation and merchandise identified in the ruling request. This position is clearly set forth in section 177.9(b)(1), Customs Regulations (19 CFR 177.9(b)(1)). This section states that a ruling letter is issued on the assumption that all of the information furnished in connection with the ruling request and incorporated in the ruling letter, either directly, by reference, or by implication is accurate and complete in every material respect. Should it subsequently be determined that the information furnished is not complete and does not comply with 19 CFR 177.9(b)(1), the ruling will be subject to modification or revocation. In the event there is a change in the facts previously furnished this may affect the

determination of country of origin. Accordingly, it is recommended that a new ruling request be submitted in accordance with section 177.2, Customs Regulations (19 CFR 177.2).

Sincerely,

John Durant, Director
Commercial Rulings Division