CLA-2-90:S:N:N1:119 868530
Dr. Andrew Chong
Wheaton Brace Co.
380 S. Schmale Road - Suite 201
Carol Stream, IL 60188
RE: The tariff classification of the Pavlick Harness from
Malaysia or Singapore
Dear Dr. Chong:
In your letter dated October 29, 1991 you requested a tariff
classification ruling.
The sample you provided is an orthopedic device used to
correct hip dysplasia or dislocation in infants. It is normally
worn at birth for a period of three to six months. It has a
halterlike top with two leg and foot harnesses attached, all made
of cotton and polyester. With six plastic buckles and almost a
dozen Velcro type straps the device can be finely adjusted to
accomplish its corrective purpose.
The applicable subheading for the Pavlik Harness will be
9021.19.8000, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States
(HTS), which provides for artificial joints and other orthopedic
or fracture appliances... other. The duty rate will be 5.8
percent.
Articles classifiable under subheading 9021.19.8000, HTS,
which are products of Malaysia are entitled to duty free
treatment under the Generalized System of Preferences (GSP) upon
compliance with all applicable regulations.
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