The tariff classification of a "Bastin Teapot Cozy" from China and/or Taiwan.

NY A89650 December 6, 1996 CLA-2-63:RR:NC:TA:352 A89650 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 6307.90.9989 Mr. David A. Eisen Siegel, Mandell & Davidson, P.C. One Astor Plaza 1515 Broadway, 43rd Floor New York, NY 10036-8901 RE: The tariff classification of a "Bastin Teapot Cozy" from China and/or Taiwan. Dear Mr. Eisen: In your letter dated November 20, 1996, on behalf of Avon Products, New York, New York, you requested a tariff classification ruling. The sample submitted is a "Bastin Teapot Cozy", item number PP152515, made of 100 percent polyester woven fabric with fiber filling. It is designed to be placed over the spout of a teapot to prevent the escape of steam. It measures approximately 4 1/2" x 3 1/2". The sample is being returned as requested. The applicable subheading for the "Bastin Teapot Cozy" will be 6307.90.9989, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for other made up articles...Other. The rate of duty will be 7 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 Alan Tytelman at 212-466-5896. Sincerely, Roger J. Silvestri Director National Commodity Specialist Division