CLA-2-90:RR:NC:MM:114 C87349
James Reynolds
3115 Diamond Head Dr.
Honolulu, Hawaii 96815
RE: The tariff classification of laser pointers from Taiwan or
Thailand
Dear Mr. Reynolds:
In your letter dated April 20, 1998 you requested a tariff
classification ruling.
The laser pointer is approximately two inches in length and
has a metal outer case. It is attached to a key chain with key
ring and beltloop clip. The laser pointer contains a laser diode
which operates in the 630-680 nanometer wavelength range. It
emits a red dot.
The applicable subheading for the laser pointer will be
9013.80.9000, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States
(HTS), which provides for other optical appliances and
instruments, not specified or included elsewhere in this chapter;
other. The rate of duty will be 5.4 percent ad valorem.
You requested trademark and patent information on the laser
pointer. Questions regarding trademarks and patents should be
directed to the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office at (800) 786-9199.
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 Barbara
Kiefer at 212-466-5685.
Sincerely,
Robert B. Swierupski
Director,
National Commodity
Specialist Division