CLA-2-90:S:N:N1:104-859052
Mr. Ian Griffin
Hydramotion Limited
York House
Yorkersgate
Malton
North Yorkshire
England Y017 0AA
RE: The tariff classification of a moisture content and
temperature measuring device from the United Kingdom.
Dear Mr. Griffin:
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 : December 13, 1990
DESCRIPTION OF
MERCHANDISE : The "MicroSpear" is an electronic
device for measuring the moisture
content and temperature of
agricultural crops and other
commodities.
HTS PROVISION : Electrical chemical analysis
instruments and apparatus
HTS SUBHEADING : 9027.80.4030
RATE OF DUTY : 4.9% ad valorem
OTHER : Alternatively, the "MicroSpear" is
classifiable in the provision for
machinery, equipment and implements to
be used for agricultural or
horticultural purposes in heading
9817.00.5000, HTS, and free of duty
provided the requirements of Sections
10.131 - 10.139, Customs Regulations are
met.
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