CLA-2-95:S:N:N8:224 883968
Mr. Michael Dunn
Sportslide Fitness Products
580 Chenier Way
Orleans, Ontario
Canada K4A 1R3
RE: The tariff classification of a "Sportslide" pro skating
simulator
from Canada
Dear Mr. Dunn:
This classification decision under the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of
the United States (HTS) is being issued in accordance with the provisions
of Section 177 of the Customs Regulations (19 C.F.R. 177).
DATE OF INQUIRY : Undated, received by U. S. Customs on March 15,
1993
DESCRIPTION OF
MERCHANDISE : The device consists of a plastic strip with two
aluminum wedge end stops bolted to the plastic.
The item comes in two models; one model measures
8 x 2 feet, the other model measures 6 x 2 feet.
The device permits the user to slide in a lateral
motion on the plastic surface simulating the
skating motion. The movement and technique that
are being developed and improved are principally
movement and technique used in the sport of
hockey. The device is considered training
equipment for the sport of ice hockey.
HTS PROVISION : Other ice hockey and field hockey articles and
equipment.
HTS SUBHEADING : 9506.99.2580
RATE OF DUTY : Free
Sincerely,
Jean F. Maguire
Area Director
New York Seaport