The tariff classification of pipe couplings from China.

NY 812140 July 21, 1995 CLA-2-73:S:N:N1:117 812140 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 7307.19.3060 Mr. Jim Myers South Bay Foundry P.O. Box 1256 1623 Cleveland Avenue, Suite 200 National City, California 91950-0344 RE: The tariff classification of pipe couplings from China. Dear Mr. Myers: In your letter dated June 21, 1995, you requested a tariff classification ruling. The products to be imported are ductile iron threaded pipe couplings in various sizes ranging from 6 inches to 12 inches. The applicable subheading for the ductile iron pipe couplings will be 7307.19.3060, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for tube or pipe fittings (for example, couplings, elbows, sleeves), of iron or steel, cast fittings, other, ductile fittings, other, threaded. The rate of duty will be 6.1 percent ad valorem. 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