The tariff classification of a shackle from China.

NY A86913 September 9, 1996 CLA-2-73:RR:NC:GI:115 A86913 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 7326.90.8585 Mr. Richard Powley Jade International, Inc. Folcroft West Business Park Bay 102, Georgetown Building Folcroft, PA 19032-0469 RE: The tariff classification of a shackle from China. Dear Mr. Powley: In your letter dated August 23, 1996, you requested a tariff classification ruling. The subject item is a screw pin anchor shackle which is used with a mechanical lifting device to provide flexibility and strength in an overhead lift. It is made of forged steel. The shackle is approximately 4" in height and weighs approximately 4 pounds. The applicable subheading for the shackle will be 7326.90.8585, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for other articles of iron or steel, other. The duty rate will be 4.6% 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 this 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 Melvyn Birnbaum at 212-466-5487. Sincerely, Roger J. Silvestri Director National Commodity Specialist Division