CLA-2-90:S:N:N1:104-870826
Mr. Paul Michael Puhr
Blade Tech Corporation
P.O. Box 724
Niwot, CO 80544
RE: The tariff classification of an inline skate computer from
Hong Kong.
Dear Mr. Puhr:
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 : January 21, 1992
DESCRIPTION OF
MERCHANDISE : The inline skate computer mounts to
the toe of the inline skate boot. A
magnet located in the skate wheel
trips a reed switch sensor attached
to the skate chassis. Upon receiving
the signal from this sensor, the
inline skate computer determines
current skating speed, average speed,
maximum speed, distance travelled and
elapsed time of workout.
HTS PROVISION : Revolution counters, production
counters, taximeters, odometers,
pedometers and the like; speedometers
and tachometers, other than those of
heading 9015; stroboscopes; parts and
accessories thereof: Other
speedometers and tachometers...Other
HTS SUBHEADING : 9029.20.4080
RATE OF DUTY : Free
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