The tariff classification of a molded plastic pencil boxfrom China.

NY 877744 September 16, 1992 CLA-2-39:S:N:N3D:221 877744 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 3923.10.0000 Mr. Fred Shapiro Fasco (USA) Ltd. 2 Three Gables Road Morris Twp. NJ 07960 RE: The tariff classification of a molded plastic pencil box from China. Dear Mr. Shapiro: In your letter dated September 1, 1992, you requested a tariff classification ruling. The sample submitted with your letter is a pencil box made from molded plastics. It measures approximately 8 inches by 1 1/2 inches by 7/8 inch. The applicable subheading for the pencil box will be 3923.10.0000, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for articles for the conveyance or packing of goods, of plastics...boxes, cases, crates and similar articles. The rate of duty will be 3 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