CLA-2-95:S:N:N3:224 852456
Mr. Joseph R. Schmidt
156-09 Rockaway Blvd.
Jamaica, NY 11434
RE: The tariff classification of "Prince Racquet Weight Tape" from
Taiwan.
Dear Mr. Schmidt:
This classification decision under the Harmonized Tariff Schedule
of the United States (HTS) is being issued in accordance with the
provisions of Section 177 of the Customs Regulations (19 C.F.R. 177).
DATE OF INQUIRY : Undated.
ON BEHALF OF : Prince Manufacturing.
DESCRIPTION OF
MERCHANDISE : The submitted samples are strips of vinyl
measuring approximately two inches in length
and 1/2 of an inch in width with an adhesive
backing. The tape is principally used on the
handle of a tennis racket for balancing the
weight.
HTS PROVISION : Parts and accessories of lawn-tennis rackets.
HTS SUBHEADING : 9506.51.6000.
RATE OF DUTY : 3.1 percent ad valorem.
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