CLA-2-95:S:N:N8:224 891192
Mr. Allan Taschuk
NekMaster Sensorware Corporation
10738 178th Street
Edmonton, Alberta
Canada T5S 1J3
RE: The tariff classification of a "NekMaster" ice hockey throat
protector from China.
Dear Mr. Taschuk:
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 : October 2, 1993
DESCRIPTION OF
MERCHANDISE : The submitted sample is a textile
throat protector used principally in the sport of ice hockey. The
item is designed in a turtleneck
style which covers the neck area
and includes a b.b which enables
the shoulder pads to hold the
protector in place. Hook and loop
type fastener material sewn on the
top of the item allows the wearer to
adjust the tightness of the unit.
HTS PROVISION : Ice hockey and field hockey articles
and equipment, other than balls,
skates and sticks, including parts
and accessories.
HTS SUBHEADING : 9506.99.2580
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