The tariff classification of an ornamental shoe clip fromHong Kong.

NY 865316 July 30, 1991 CLA-2-71:S:N:N3G:344 865316 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 7117.90.5000 Mr. Ray Welles Discovery Jewelry Inc. 15 West 36th Street New York, NY 10018 RE: The tariff classification of an ornamental shoe clip from Hong Kong. Dear Mr. Welles: 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 : July 9, 1991 DESCRIPTION OF MERCHANDISE : A shoe ornament consisting of small glass beads and plastic imitation- pearls in a bouquet shape, 1 3/8" round, fastened to a metal clip. HTS PROVISION : Imitation jewelry HTS SUBHEADING : 7117.90.5000 RATE OF DUTY : 11% 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