NY 859974
Feb. 19, 1991
CLA-2-73:S:N:N1:103 859974
Ms. Barbara Klausman
James J. Boyle & Co.
315 S.W. 5th Avenue #520
Portland, Or. 97204
RE: The tariff classification of tire chain from Sweden
Dear Ms. Klausman:
In your letter dated January 23, 1991 on behalf of Quality
Chain Company you requested a tariff classification ruling. A
sample chain link was submitted with your inquiry.
The SR-LES 10 tire chain is intended for use on small
harvesters, forwarders, and similar small log harvesting
machines. It consists of case hardened cross chain links 10
millimeters in diameter formed into a square tread pattern for
improved traction and minimal ground damage to sensitive
terrain. The SR-LES 10 tire chain is reversible, thus doubling
its useful life.
The applicable subheading for the SR-LES 10 tire chain will
be 7315.20.5000, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States
(HTS), which provides for iron or steel skid chain over 8 mm in
diameter. The rate of duty will be free.
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