CLA-2-95:S:N:N8:224 895711
Ms. Contessa Benefield
Diversified Products
P.O. Box 100
Opelika, AL 36803
RE: The tariff classification of exercise machines from Taiwan.
Dear Ms. Benefield:
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 : March 2, 1994
DESCRIPTION OF : Model number 17-0190 is a compact
MERCHANDISE stepper type exercise machine
with two sports pulls and a curl bar for upper body workout.
Model number 17-1010 is a recumbent
stepper type exercise machine.
HTS PROVISION : Other articles and equipment for
general physical exercise,
gymnastics or athletics.
HTS SUBHEADING : 9506.91.0030
RATE OF DUTY : 4.64 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