The tariff classification of X-Ray Tube Spindles fromGermany.

NY 879429 October 27, 1992 CLA-2-90:S:N:N1:104 879429 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 9022.90.4000 Mr. Russell K. Whitford SKF Component Systems Co. Suite 200 207 E. Buffalo Street Milwaukee, WI 53202 RE: The tariff classification of X-Ray Tube Spindles from Germany. Dear Mr. Whitford: In your letter dated October 12, 1992, you requested a tariff classification ruling. The X-Ray Tube Spindles are components of X-ray tubes. The spindle is mounted inside the tube and supports the rotating anode. Each spindle unit consists of a shaft, a flange that is laser welded to the shaft, bearing outer rings and balls, a housing and preload springs. The applicable subheading for the X-Ray Tube Spindles will be 9022.90.4000, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for other parts and accessories of X-ray tubes. The rate of duty will be 2.5 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