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The tariff classification of chemical fishing lights fromTaiwan.
NY 885596 May 4, 1993 CLA-2-95:S:N:N8:224 885596 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 9507.90.8000 Eulalia S. Thiele Thiele Co. 2513 Dogwood Court Clearwater, FL 34621 RE: The tariff classification of chemical fishing lights from Taiwan. Dear Ms. Thiele: 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 : April 21, 1993 DESCRIPTION OF MERCHANDISE : Fishing chemical lights designed for use in night fishing as strike indicators when attached to a fishing rod tip or inserted into a float or bobber; as fish attracting devices when attached to fishing line above the bait; or as a lure enhancement device when inserted into soft plastic artificial baits. HTS PROVISION : Fishing rods, fish hooks and other line fishing tackle...; parts and accessories thereof. HTS SUBHEADING : 9507.90.8000 RATE OF DUTY : 9 percent ad valorem. 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