The tariff classification of lanthanum oxide (CAS # 1312-81-8) from China.

NY 866425 Sept 19, 1991 CLA-2-28:S:N:N1:235 866425 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 2846.90.5000 Ms. Lily Lee Cometals, Inc. One Penn Plaza New York, New York 10119 RE: The tariff classification of lanthanum oxide (CAS # 1312-81- 8) from China. Dear Ms. Lee: In your letter dated July 8, 1991 you requested a tariff classification ruling. The applicable subheading for lanthanum oxide will be 2846.90.5000, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for inorganic rare earth compounds. The rate of duty will be 3.7 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