The tariff classification of a decorative glass article from the Czech Republic

NY C81789 December 3, 1997 CLA-2-70:RR:NC:2:226 C81789 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 7013.99.9000 Ms. Gail Hagans Atlanta Customs Brokers 650 Atlanta South Parkway Suite 250 Atlanta, GA 30349 RE: The tariff classification of a decorative glass article from the Czech Republic Dear Ms. Hagans: In your letter dated November 10, 1997, on behalf of your client, Nunnally International Trade, Inc., you requested a tariff classification ruling regarding a decorative glass basket. A representative sample of the item was submitted with your ruling request. Item number 50034 is composed of clear frosted glass with raised cherubs surrounding the basket. The article is oval shaped and measures 5-1/2 inches in length by 5-1/2 inches in height. In a telephone conversation with this office, you indicated that this item is not lead crystal. You also indicated that the unit value for this article is $11.88. The applicable subheading for the decorative glass basket will be 7013.99.9000, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for glassware of a kind used for table, kitchen, toilet, office, indoor decoration, or similar purposes...: other glassware: other: other: other: valued over $5 each. The rate of duty will be 7.2 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 Jacob Bunin at 212-466-5796. Sincerely, Robert B. Swierupski Director, National Commodity Specialist Division