CLA-2-95:S:N:N8:225-890675
Ms. Mary M. Revils
Pioneer Balloon
555 N. Woodlawn
Wichita, Kansas 67208-3682
RE: The tariff classification of a balloon accessory from China
Dear Ms. Revils:
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 : September 16, 1993, received in this office
on September 24, 1993.
DESCRIPTION OF
MERCHANDISE : The item is a net composed of polyethylene
strands. The strands are tied together in
diamond shapes at the top. Several inches
of loose strands remain for later assembly
to a mini basket or similar article. The
net is specially designed to house one or
more inflated helium balloons and, when tied
to a small basket, creates the image of a
hot-air-balloon. The net accessory will be
imported separately (balloons and baskets
are not included).
HTS PROVISION : Other toys: other: parts and access-
ories.
HTS SUBHEADING : 9503.90.7040
RATE OF DUTY : 6.8 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