NY 859904
Apr 19 1991
CLA-2-35:S:N:N1:236 859904
Mr. Arthur Rappaport
Excelpro Inc.
3760 East 26th Street
Los Angeles, CA 90023
RE: The tariff classification of "K-Pro" - Protein Hydrolysate
from Argentina.
Dear Mr. Rappaport:
In your letter dated January 24, 1991, you requested a
tariff classification ruling.
The proposed import, "K-Pro", can be used in a variety of
food systems where a creamy, non starchy texture and mouthfeel is
required. In addition to improved texture perception, "K-Pro"
provides good flavor release. Based on the New York Customs
Laboratory analysis "the sample, an off-white powder, is composed
predominately of hydrolyzed milk protein."
The applicable subheading for "K Pro" will be 3504.00.5000,
Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which
provides for peptones and their derivatives; other protein
substances and their derivatives, not elsewhere specified or
included. The rate of duty will be 7.9 percent ad valorem.
Articles classifiable under subheading 3504.00.5000, HTS,
which are products of Argentina are entitled to duty free
treatment under the Generalized System of Preferences (GSP) upon
compliance with all applicable regulations.
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