The tariff classification of gold bearing sand from Honduras.

NY 889362 August 23, 1993 CLA-2-26:S:N:N3:118 889362 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 2616.90.00 Mr. Thomas D. Kendrick C.P.S. Inc. Mining Division 3515 Holly Drive Denison, Texas 75026 RE: The tariff classification of gold bearing sand from Honduras. Dear Mr. Kendrick: 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 : August 9, 1993 DESCRIPTION OF MERCHANDISE : Gold bearing magnete sand. HTS PROVISION : Precious Metal Ores and concentrates: HTS SUBHEADING : 1.7/kg. on lead content. RATE OF DUTY : Free Articles classifiable under subheading 2616.90.00, HTS, which are products of Honduras, are entitled to duty free treatment under the Caribbean Basin Economic Recovery Act (CIBERA) upon compliance with all applicable regulations. 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