CLA-2-85:S:N:N1B:112-852972

Mr. Marc Biddison
Source One
5524 Whisper Creek Lane
Wilmington, NC 28409

RE: The tariff classification of the TU29 Traffic Control Unit from England.

Dear Mr. Biddison:

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 : May 23, 1990.

DESCRIPTION OF MERCHANDISE : The TU29 Controller is a portable unit using microprocessor circuitry and a re-programm- able memory to effectively control the flow of traffic. It accepts signals from micro- wave or inductive loop detectors or a mixture of either.

HTS PROVISION : Safety or traffic control equipment for roads: Other equipment.

HTS SUBHEADING : 8530.80.0000

RATE OF DUTY : 2.7 percent ad valorem.

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