The tariff classification of Non-Prism Binoculars from China

NY 895487 March 25, 1994 CLA-2-90:S:N:N3:114 895487 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 9005.10.0080 Mr. Warren E. Coe Amway Corporation 7575 Fulton Street, East Ada, Michigan 49355-0001 RE: The tariff classification of Non-Prism Binoculars from China Dear Mr. Coe: In your letter dated March 3, 1994 you requested a tariff classification ruling. The Amway 7 X 35 binoculars are non-prism type binoculars made of plastic. They have a center focusing ring. Amway's code number for this item is F1592; the vendor number is PT 467/7X35. The applicable subheading for the non-prism binoculars will be 9005.10.0080, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for binoculars, other than prism binoculars. Subheading 9005.10.0080 is free of duty. 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