CLA-2-83:S:N:N3:113 805502 JTS

Mr. Randall R. Couturier
Impex Corp.
2335 Market Street
Jacksonville, FL 32206

RE: The tariff classification of locks from China

Dear Mr. Couturier:

In your letter dated December 14, 1994, you requested a tariff classification ruling.

The merchandise consists of two locks, designed to be permanently mounted on lockers. One is key-operated, and one is combination. Both are made of steel and measure about three inches in width.

The applicable subheading for the locks will be 8301.30.0090, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for locks of a kind used for furniture, other. The duty rate will be 5.7 percent ad valorem.

This ruling is being issued under the provisions of Section 177 of the Customs Regulations (19 C.F.R. 177).

A copy of this ruling letter should be attached to the entry documents filed at the time this merchandise is imported. If the documents have been filed without a copy, this ruling should be brought to the attention of the Customs officer handling the transaction.

Sincerely,

Jean F. Maguire
Area Director
New York Seaport