CLA-2-95:S:N:N3D:225-869894
Mr. James Redman
Patrick Powers Customs Brokers Inc.
P.O. Box 30155
JFK Airport Station
Jamaica, New York 11430
RE: The tariff classification of a festive article from Taiwan
Dear Mr. Redman:
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 11, 1991
ON BEHALF OF : C & F Trading Corp
DESCRIPTION OF
MERCHANDISE : The item is called a "Sonic
Control Ghost". This small
electronic sound system is encased
by a plastic housing and operates
on two AA batteries. The "Ghost"
is depicted by a white fabric
printed with a mouth, nose and
eyebrows, which covers the plastic
housing. A nylon cord loop is
attached to the top for hanging.
When the switch is turned on and
a loud sound is made, such as
clapping the hands, the "Sonic
Ghost" will shake, light up, and
scream.
HTS PROVISION : Festive, carnival or other
entertainment articles: other:
other
HTS SUBHEADING : 9505.90.6000
RATE OF DUTY : 3.1 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