The tariff classification of a suction mat from Mexico

NY B84820 May 23, 1997 CLA-2-39:RR:NC:2:221 B84820 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 3926.90.9890 Mr. Sergio Galindo Galindo Customhouse Broker Spur 239 La Frontera Building, Suite #1 Del Rio, Texas 78842 RE: The tariff classification of a suction mat from Mexico Dear Mr. Galindo: In your letter dated April 17, 1997, on behalf of Tecnol Inc., you requested a tariff classification ruling. A sample suction mat was provided with your letter. The suction mat is a single-use floor suction mat used to absorb and then dispose of fluids that fall from a surgical site during a normal surgical procedure. The suction mat is composed largely of plastics, and contains suction tubing that is designed to be connected to a suction canister. After the absorbed fluids are drained from the mat, the mat is disposed of in a biohazard bag. The applicable tariff provision for the suction mat will be 3926.90.9890, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States Annotated (HTSUSA), which provides for other articles of plastics, other. The general rate of duty will be 5.3 percent ad valorem. This ruling is being issued under the provisions of Part 177 of the Customs Regulations (19 CFR 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 Joan Mazzola at 212-466-5580. Sincerely, Gwenn Klein Kirschner Chief, Special Products Branch National Commodity Specialist Division