CLA-2-90:CO:MSC:C24 C88889
TARIFF NO: 9017.80.0000
Mr. Rene Jarantilla
Arjent Technologies
P.O. Box 901
Artesia, CA 90702-0901
RE: The tariff classification of a measuring wheel from South
Africa
Dear Mr. Jarantilla:
In your letter dated June 2, 1998, you requested a tariff
classification ruling.
The literature provided with your request describes the item
as the "Roto-Sure." It is a hand-held linear measuring
instrument comprised of a wheel and counter. As the wheel is
rolled over a surface an attached counter registers the number of
metres traversed.
The applicable subheading for the measuring device will be
9017.80.0000, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States,
which provides for other instruments for measuring length, for
use in the hand. The rate of duty will be 5.3% 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,
Thomas S. Winkowski,
Port Director
Los Angeles International Airport