CLA-2-69:S:N:N3:227 854680
Ms. Karen A. Lima
Enesco Corporation
One Enesco Plaza
Elk Grove Village, Illinois 60007
RE: The tariff classification of ornamental ceramic mugs from Taiwan.
Dear Ms. Lima:
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 : June 25, 1990.
DESCRIPTION OF
MERCHANDISE : The three samples submitted with your inquiry
are glazed ceramic mugs. Each mug measures
approximately 4 inches in height and has a
handle and a decal affixed to one side. The
mugs are molded to appear crushed and have
indentations on the outer and inner surfaces;
they are not of the class or kind of mer-
chandise used for serving beverages and are
principally used as ornamental or decorative
items. The mugs are not made of porcelain or
china. Style number 42043, "Ziggy Crushed
Mug", has a decal of a cartoon scene with the
character Ziggy. Style number 422479,
"Halloween Crushed Mug", has a decal with the
words "Trick or Treat" and a small plastic
pumpkin with felt like fabric glued thereon
attached to a metal spring affixed to the top
of the handle. Style number E-6162, "Bah
Humbug Crushed Mug", has a decal with the
words "Bah Humbug".
HTS PROVISION : Statuettes and other ornamental ceramic
articles, other than of porcelain or china.
HTS SUBHEADING : 6913.90.5000.
RATE OF DUTY : 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