CLA-2-94:RR:NC:GI: 227 A84739
Ms. Michele Smith
Sears, Roebuck and Co.
3333 Beverly Rd. BC 204A
Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
RE: The tariff classification of metal candleholders from China.
Dear Ms. Smith:
In your letter dated June 11, 1996, you requested a tariff classification
ruling. Samples are being returned as requested.
The samples and photos submitted depict the following candleholders:
a) a set of three painted metal snowmen
candleholders, item number 97210, which measure approximately
4 1/2 inches to 7 1/2 inches in height and possess black
top hats with openings for the insertion of candles (not imported
with the merchandise);
b) a set of three painted metal angel candleholders, item
number 97211, which measure from 3 1/2 inches to 3 5/8 inches in
height, with top openings for the insertion of candles (not
imported with the merchandise);
c) a set of two painted slender-shape metal angel
candleholders, item number 97212, which measure approximately
8 1/2 inches high and feature the holders (not imported with
candles) situated just above the heads of the angels.
The applicable subheading for the above metal candleholders, item numbers
97210, 97211, and 97212, will be 9405.50.4000, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the
United States (HTS), which provides for other non-electrical lamps and lighting
fittings. The rate of duty will be 7 percent ad valorem.
This ruling is being issued under the provisions of Part 177 of the Customs
Regulations (19 C.F.R. 177).
A copy of the ruling letter or the control number indicated above should be
provided with the entry documents filed at the time this merchandise is
imported. If you have any questions regarding the ruling, contact National
Import Specialist George Kalkines at 212-466-5794.
Sincerely,
Roger J. Silvestri
Director,
National Commodity
Specialist Division