CLA-2-69:RR:NC:2:227 F88025
Ms. Elena Atanasovska
Limited Distribution Services
Seven Limited Parkway East
Reynoldsburg, OH 43068
RE: The tariff classification of a ceramic spoon rest from China.
Dear Ms. Atanasovska:
In your letter dated June 6, 2000, you requested a tariff classification ruling. Sample is being returned as requested.
The sample submitted is a ceramic spoon rest, style number 247A, that measures approximately 10 ¾ inches in overall length. It features a round-shaped body, measuring about 6 ¼ inches in diameter by 1 inch in height, with a scalloped rim as well as top surface depicting a cupcake with the wording “Sweet Things in Life.” It also possesses a curved handle measuring nearly 4 ¼ inches in length.
The applicable subheading for this ceramic spoon rest, style number 247A, will be 6912.00.4100, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for other ceramic tableware, kitchenware…other than of porcelain or china…spoon rests. The rate of duty will be 3.9 percent ad valorem.
This ruling is being issued under the provisions of Part 177 of the Customs Regulations (19 C.F.R. 177).
A copy of the ruling or the control number indicated above should be provided with the entry documents filed at the time this merchandise is imported. If you have any questions regarding the ruling, contact National Import Specialist George Kalkines at 212-637-7073.
Sincerely,
Robert B. Swierupski
Director,
National Commodity
Specialist Division