The tariff classification of RANA Super Mehandi (Henna Powder) from India.

NY B85634 June 6, 1997 CLA-2-32:RR:NC:2:236 B85634 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 3212.90.0050 Mr. Mukesh M. Patel Nashel Kates Nussman Rapone Ellis & Traum LLP 190 Moore Street, Suite 306 Hackensack, NJ 07601-7407 RE: The tariff classification of RANA Super Mehandi (Henna Powder) from India. Dear Mr. Patel: In your letter dated May 12, 1997, on behalf of your client National Diamond Products, Inc., you requested a tariff classification ruling. In your literature and picture submitted, you indicate that RANA Super Mehandi (Henna Powder) is a reddish brown dye obtained from the leaves of the henna plant, and will be used to dye hair. This product will be imported and sold in retail packages weighing approximately 0.10 gm and 0.250 gm. The applicable subheading for RANA Super Mehandi (Henna Powder) will be 3212.90.0050, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States, which provides for Pigments (including metallic powders and flakes) dispersed in nonaqueous media, in liquid or paste form, of a kind used in the manufacture of paints (including enamels); stamping foils; dyes and other coloring matter put up in forms or packings for retail sale: Other:... Other. The rate of duty will be 3.1 percent ad valorem. This ruling is being issued under the provisions of Section 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 V. Gualario at 212-466-5744. Sincerely, Gwenn Klein Kirschner Chief, Special Products Branch National Commodity Specialist Division