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The tariff classification of a ceramic tile from Taiwan or China.
NY 852731 June 12, 1990 CLA-2-69:S:N:N3:227 852731 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 6908.90.0000 Mr. Tony Leu New Harbor Enterprises, Inc. 3000 Atrium Way, 6th Floor Horizon Corporate Center Mt. Laurel, NJ 08054 RE: The tariff classification of a ceramic tile from Taiwan or China. Dear Mr. Leu: 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 OF INQUIRY : May 15, 1990. DESCRIPTION OF MERCHANDISE : The submitted sample is a glazed ceramic tile measuring approximately 8 inches in length and 8 inches in width. The tile is of the same class or kind of merchandise as floor or wall tiles. The tile is not of porcelain or china. HTS PROVISION : Glazed ceramic flags and paving, hearth or wall tiles. HTS SUBHEADING : 6908.90.0000. RATE OF DUTY : 19 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