CLA-2-95:S:N:N3D:225 857569
Mr. Daniel Rainer
Hasbro, Inc.
32 W. 23rd St.
New York, N.Y. 10010
RE: The tariff classification of dolls, doll accessories and toy
jewelry from China
Dear Mr.Rainer:
In your letter dated October 24, 1990, you requested a
tariff classification ruling.
Three samples were submitted with your inquiry. The first
item, number 9200, is called "Bubblins Dolls". This article
consists of a plastic doll measuring approximately 2 inches tall
and a hair comb. The set will also include a U.S. made bubble
solution in small sealed packets which will be exported to China
for insertion with the doll package.
The doll is made of a molded plastic with synthetic long
hair originating from a hole atop the doll's head. A very small
round ring of plastic on a shaft attached to the doll's torso
serves as a wand for a child to blow bubbles through. The doll's
torso stands in a plastic molded base which resembles a skirt. A
well in the skirt is used for holding the bubble solution to
permit easy access for dipping the wand. The plastic hair comb
may be used for the doll's hair or may be used as a wand to blow
bubbles. These articles are considered a set under GRI 3 (b),
with the essential character being the doll.
Item number 9210, refers to the "Bubblins Locket
Assortment", for which you have submitted two samples of
different styles. This article consists of a plastic locket
measuring approximately 4 inches high by 3 1/2 inches wide. The
locket is attached to a nylon rope which can be worn around a
child's neck. Inside the locket are the same articles described
above in item number 9200, with the addition of two bubble
blowing wands.
There is no relationship between the locket and the doll
with accessories, other than its function as a carry case. The
doll and accessories are played with separately from the locket,
which is worn as jewelry. The locket, doll with base, combs,
wands and bubble solution are not considered a set for
classification purposes.
The applicable subheading for item number 9200, "Bubblins
Dolls", will be 9502.10.4000, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the
United States (HTS), which provides for dolls representing only
human beings: whether or not dressed: other: not over 33 cm in
height. The duty rate will be 12 percent ad valorem.
The applicable subheadings for item number 9210, "Bubblins
Locket Assortment", will be the following: the locket will be
classified as 7117.90.5000, (HTS), which provides for imitation
jewelry: other: other: valued over 20 cents per dozen pieces or
parts. The duty rate will be 11 percent ad valorem. The
applicable subheading for the doll and base will be 9502.10.4000,
(HTS), which provides for dolls representing only human beings:
whether or not dressed: other: not over 33 cm in height. The
duty rate will be 12 percent ad valorem. The applicable
subheading for the plastic comb and wands will be 9502.99.3000
which provides for dolls representing only human beings: parts
and accessories: other: other. The duty rate will be 12 percent
ad valorem.
Based on the information provided, the bubble solution is
eligible for classification as American Goods Returned, upon
compliance with all applicable regulations. The subheading will
be 9801.00.1035, (HTS), which provides for products of the United
States when returned after having been exported, without having
been advanced in value or improved in condition by any process of
manufacture or other means while abroad: other. The duty rate is
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