CLA-2-90:RR:NC:1:105 C88424
Ms. Caroline Lesando
Rxtra
40 Richards Ave.
Norwalk, CT 06854
RE: The tariff classification of a Corrective Wrist Support from China
Dear Ms. Lesando:
In your letter dated May 26 1998, you requested a tariff classification
ruling.
The "Wristaleve" is a synthetic rubber strap laminated with a nylon jersey
material, two rubber pressure pads and a hook. The adjustable strap is designed
to be worn around the wrist of those suffering from carpal tunnel syndrome. The
large amount of bones in the wrist force blood vessels and nerves in the area to
pass through a narrow opening called the carpal tunnel. A narrowing of this
opening painfully compresses the nerves during wrist flexion. The use of this
therapeutic strap is intended to alleviate and prevent the painful and
distressing symptoms related to this syndrome.
The applicable subheading for the "Wristaleve" will be 9021.19.8500,
Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for other
artificial joints and other orthopedic or fracture appliances; parts and
accessories thereof. The rate of duty will 1.4 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 this ruling 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 this ruling, contact National
Import Specialist James Sheridan at (212) 466-5669.
Sincerely,
Robert B. Swierupski
Director,
National Commodity
Specialist Division