CLA-2-95:S:N:N7:225 811658
Mr. Christopher L. Thayer
Hallmark Cards, Incorporated
Kansas City, Missouri 64141
RE: The tariff classification of a banner and party flags
from China
Dear Mr. Thayer:
In your letter dated July 7, 1995, you requested a tariff
classification ruling.
The three samples submitted with your inquiry include a
"Flag Banner" (item #CHF1014), and two "Party Flags" (item #'s
BNR2003 & BNR2585). All three products are similarly con-
structed of plastic triangular shapes attached, by synthetic
threads, to a polyethylene strip stock. Each flag shape or
pennant (measuring 9 by 11 inches at the widest points) will
be spaced three inches apart from one another along the strip
stock and will differ in design only. The entire article will
measure approximately 12 feet in length with a 10 inch
additional tail of polyethylene strip at each end. You state
the intended use of these items is as a decoration for birth-
day parties or similar special events. The banner and flags
will be packaged individually in clear polybags with a card-
board header. Your samples are being returned as requested.
The applicable subheading for the "Flag Banner" (CHF1014),
and "Party Flags" (BNR2003 & BNR2585) will be 9505.90.4000,
Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which
provides for festive, carnival or other entertainment
articles: confetti, paper spirals or streamers, party favors
and noisemakers; parts and accessories thereof. 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