CLA-2-95:S:N:N8:224 888334

Ms. Brigit Hamanaka
Ken Hamanaka Co., Inc.
5777 W. Century Boulevard, Suite 760
Los Angeles, CA 90045

RE: The tariff classification of an inflatable volleyball from China.

Dear Ms. Hamanaka:

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 12, 1993

ON BEHALF OF : Pam & Frank (USA) Industrial Co. Ltd.

DESCRIPTION OF MERCHANDISE : The submitted sample is an inflatable volleyball measuring seven inches in diameter. The ball is composed of a rubber bladder with an exterior covering of foam covered with nylon fabric. The ball has one air valve for inflation.

HTS PROVISION : Inflatable volleyballs

HTS SUBHEADING : 9506.62.8040

RATE OF DUTY : 4.8 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