The tariff classification of an alarm clock/talking picture frame from Taiwan. Dear Ms. Stoianovici:

NY 802432 October 24, 1994 CLA-2-91:S:N:N8:344 802432 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 9103.10.20 Ms. Alexandra M. Stoianovici Associated Merchandising Corporation 1440 Broadway New York, NY 10018 RE: The tariff classification of an alarm clock/talking picture frame from Taiwan. Dear Ms. Stoianovici: In your letter dated September 19, 1994, you requested a tariff classification ruling. The submitted sample, Style #LS-002, is an alarm clock/talking picture frame. The clock has an LCD, battery operated, opto- electronic watch movement in a plastic case. The unit, which measures approximately 2 1/2" x 2 1/2", has a hinged cover, the inside of which serves as a picture frame. The article is equipped with a 20-second recording/playback voice message. Your sample is being returned as requested. The applicable subheading for the alarm clock/talking picture frame will be 9103.10.20, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of United States (HTS), which provides for Clocks with watch movements...Battery powered: With opto-electronic display only. The rate of duty will be 3.9% on the movement and case plus 5.3% on the battery. This ruling is being issued under the provisions of Section 177 of the Customs Regulations (19 C.F.R. 177). - 2 - 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