The tariff classification of an AM/FM stereo cassette from the People's Republic of China.

NY A82825 April 23, 1996 CLA-2-85:RR:NC:108:A82825 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 8527.21.1015 Mr. Raymond Rodriguez Inter-Maritime Forwarding Co., Inc. 156 William Street New York, New York 10038-2689 RE: The tariff classification of an AM/FM stereo cassette from the People's Republic of China. Dear Mr. Rodriguez: In your letter dated April 18, 1996 you requested a tariff classification ruling on behalf of Majexco Imports Corp. The sample submitted, item number CAR1001SP, is an AM/FM Stereo radio with cassette and two speakers. This item is for use in a motor vehicle and packaged together for retail sale. The applicable subheading for this item will be 8527.21.1015, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for reception apparatus...: radiobroadcast receivers not capable of operating without an external source of power...: combined with sound recording or reproducing apparatus: radio-tape player combinations: other: cassette type: stereo The rate of duty will be 3 percent ad valorem. This ruling is being issued under the provisions of Part 177 of the Customs Regulations (19 C.F.R. 177). A copy of the ruling or the control number indicated above should be provided with the entry documents filed at the time this merchandise is imported. If you have any questions regarding the ruling, contact National Import Specialist Phil Carabetta at 212-466-5672. Sincerely, Roger J. Silvestri Director National Commodity Specialist Division