The tariff classification of "Flare Holder" from China,Taiwan and/or Thailand.

NY 873585 APRIL 30 1992 CLA-2-63:S:N:N3G:345 873585 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 6307.90.9480 Mr. Thomas J. Schmidt Manager-International Purchasing Stearns Manufacturing Co. P.O. Box 1498 ST. Cloud, Minnesota 56302 RE: The tariff classification of "Flare Holder" from China, Taiwan and/or Thailand. Dear Mr. Schmidt: In your letter dated April 13, 1992, you requested a tariff classification ruling. The sample submitted is a "Flare Holder" composed of neoprene rubber laminated on one side with nylon knit fabric and measures approximately 7 11/16" x 5 1/16". Sewn onto one side are seven neoprene rubber loops that are laminated on both sides with nylon knit fabric. On the other side is a web strap that enables the articles to be attached to a life jacket or flotation suit. It is used to hold emergency signal flares and a flaregun. The applicable subheading for the "Flare Holder" will be 6307.90.9480, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for other made up articles...Other: Other: Other, other. The rate of duty will be 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