CLA-2-21:S:N:N7:228
Mr. Roman E. Longoria, Jr.
International Consulting
P.O. Box 578
McAllen, TX 78505-0578
RE: The tariff classification of a flavored salt from Mexico
Dear Mr. Longoria:
In your letter dated October 12, 1993, on behalf of
Industrias Cen, S.A. de C.V., Mexico, you requested a tariff
classification ruling.
An ingredients breakdown and sample accompanied your letter. The
sample was examined and disposed of. SAL-LIM Seasoning Powder is a white,
granular substance composed of 47.5 percent salt, 35.5 percent citric acid,
10.5 percent corn syrup, 5 percent sugar, 1.13 percent gum arabic, .3
percent dehydrated lime juice, and .07 percent lime syrup. The powder is
packed in sealed, foil envelopes containing .04 ounce, net weight, with 250
envelopes in a clear plastic jar.
The applicable subheading for the SAL-LIM Seasoning Powder will be
2103.90.6063, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which
provides for mixed condiments and mixed seasonings...other. The duty rate
will be 7.5 percent ad valorem.
Articles classifiable under subheading 2103.90.6063, HTS, which are
products of Mexico 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