CLA-2-90:S:N:N1:102 852475

Mr. Henry B. Blackwell
Baker & Daniels
300 North Meridian Street
Suite 2700
Indianapolis, Indiana 46204

RE: The tariff classification of a voltage and current regulation unit from Japan

Dear Mr. Blackwell:

In your letter dated April 23, 1990, on behalf of your client, Indiana Precision Technology, you requested a tariff classification ruling. The item is a voltage and current regulation unit (PGM-FI Control System) which is installed as a part of the spark ignition in a reciprocating internal combustion piston automobile engine. The unit takes input signals from sensors throughout the car (throttle sensor, oxygen sensor, etc.) and transmits commands to various engine components (solenoid valves, fuel pump, relays, etc.) to keep the engine operating at maximum efficiency.

The applicable subheading for the PGM-FI Control System will be 9032.89.6085, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for automatic regulating or controlling instruments and apparatus; parts and accessories thereof...other. The rate of duty will be 4.9 percent ad valorem.

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