NY 873686

APR 27 1992

CLA-2-84:S:N:N1:105-873686

Mr. Harold Mistler
Harold Mistler Custonhouse Broker
167-12 146th Road
Jamaica, N.Y. 11434

RE: The tariff classification of a linotype matrice from Italy.

Dear Mr. Mistler:

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 : Prudent Publishing Company

DESCRIPTION OF MERCHANDISE : Linotype Matrice

HTS PROVISION : Machinery, apparatus and equipment for typesetting

HTS SUBHEADING : 8442.20.0000

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