CLA-2-90:S:N:N3:119 899381
Mr. John W. Cain
Cain Customs Brokers
P.O. Box 150
Hidalgo, TX 78557
RE: The tariff classification of a peritoneal dialysis cycler set
from Mexico
Dear Mr. Cain:
In your letter dated June 22, 1994 you requested a tariff
classification ruling on behalf of National Medical Care, Inc., dba
Erika of Texas, Inc., McAllen, Texas.
The sample you furnished is a five prong peritoneal dialysis
cycler set which is designed to be used with an electronic dialysis
unit. It consists of a manifold, a heater bag, a weigh bag,
tubing, tubing organizer, clamps, and connectors. This cycler set
is used principally by patients whose kidneys no longer function.
The applicable subheading for the five prong peritoneal
dialysis cycler set will be 9018.90.7570, Harmonized Tariff
Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for electro-
medical instruments and appliances and parts and accessories
thereof... other. The duty rate will be 4.2 percent.
The peritoneal dialysis cycler set is eligible for free entry
under the provision for articles specially designed or adapted for
the use or benefit of the blind or other physically or mentally
handicapped persons... other, in subheading 9817.00.96, HTS. All
applicable entry requirements must be met including the filing of
form ITA-362P.
This ruling is being issued under the provisions of Section
177 of the Customs Regulations (19 C.F.R. 177).
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