The tariff classification of a semiprecious stone necklacefrom Nigeria.

NY 865646 August 15, 1991 CLA-2-71:S:N:N3G:344 865646 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 7116.20.1000 Miss Gertrude Chinegwundoh 34 Shakespeare Road Herne Hill London SE24 OLB, England RE: The tariff classification of a semiprecious stone necklace from Nigeria. Dear Miss Chinegwundoh: 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 7, 1991 DESCRIPTION OF MERCHANDISE : Semiprecious stone bead necklace with a base metal barrel clasp. HTS PROVISION : Articles of semiprecious stones...articles of jewelry. HTS SUBHEADING : 7116.20.1000 RATE OF DUTY : 6 1/2% ad valorem. OTHER : The sample will be returned as requested. Products of Nigeria are not eligible for duty-free treatment under the Generalized System of Preferences (GSP). Sincerely, Jean F. Maguire Area Director New York Seaport