CLA-2-95:S:N:N8:224 888277
Mr. Donald E. Rasmussen
O's Marine International Inc.
Box 885
Baudette, MN 56623
RE: The tariff classification of hockey equipment from China,
Thailand or Korea.
Dear Mr. Rasmussen:
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 : July 8, 1993
DESCRIPTION OF
MERCHANDISE : The submitted sample is a polypropylene
backstop for hockey players to practice their
slap or wrist shots. The item is designed to
be installed in a garage door. The movement
and technique that are being developed and
improved are principally movement and
technique used in the sport of ice hockey and
the device is considered training equipment
for the sport of ice hockey.
HTS PROVISION : Other ice hockey and field hockey articles and
equipment.
HTS SUBHEADING : 9506.99.2580
RATE OF DUTY : Free
OTHER : The sample will be returned as requested.
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