The tariff classification of a gold-plated base metal necklaceand pendant from China.

NY 890731 October 6, 1993 CLA-2-71:S:N:N8:344 890731 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 7117.19.5000 Ms. Diane J. Murphy Kerr-Hays Company P.O. Box 711 Ligonier, PA 15658 RE: The tariff classification of a gold-plated base metal necklace and pendant from China. Dear Ms. Murphy: 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 : September 23, 1993 DESCRIPTION OF MERCHANDISE : A gold-plated base metal necklace and heart pendant set with a single Austrian crystal stone. HTS PROVISION : Imitation jewelry: Of base metal, whether or not plated with precious metal: Other: Other. HTS SUBHEADING : 7117.19.5000 RATE OF DUTY : 11% 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