CLA-2-83:RR:NC:N1:113 E82033
Ms. Lorianne Aldinger
Rite Aid Corporation
P.O. Box 3165
Harrisburg, PA 17105
RE: The tariff classification of a stationery set from China
Dear Ms. Aldinger:
In your letter dated May 28, 1999, you requested a tariff classification ruling.
The sample you supplied is item #991702, a 5-piece stationery set. The set contains a memo pad holder with pad, an envelope holder, a letter opener, a name-card holder and a container for pens. All of the items are made of silver-plated base metal.
The applicable subheading for the set will be 8304.00.0000, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for desk-top filing or card-index cabinets, paper trays, paper rests, pentrays, office-stamp stands and similar office or desk equipment, of base metal. The rate of duty will be 3.9 percent.
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 James Smyth at 212-637-7008.
Sincerely,
Robert B. Swierupski
Director
National Commodity
Specialist Division