The tariff classification of tagging machines from Japan

NY 850824 April 6, 1990 CLA-2-84:S:N:N1:103 850824 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 8479.89.9090 Mr. Richard Thau Brother International Corp. 200 Cottontail Lane Somerset, N.J. 08875-6714 RE: The tariff classification of tagging machines from Japan Dear Mr. Thau: This classification decision under the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS) is being issued in accordance with the provisions of Section 177 of the Customs Regulations (19 C.F.R. 177). DATE INQUIRY RECEIVED: March 26, 1990 DESCRIPTION OF MERCHANDISE : Multiple Automatic Tagger (MAT), a machine which utilizes air pressure to attach tags to garments by means of slender plastic hooks HTS PROVISION : Other machines and mechanical appliances having individual functions, not specified or included elsewhere.... HTS SUBHEADING : 8479.89.9090 RATE OF DUTY : 3.7 percent ad valorem 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