The tariff classification of scallop tin planters from the Philippines

NY C82404 December 8, 1997 CLA-2-83:RR:NC:MM:113 C82404 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 8306.29.0000 Mr. Al Andrews Bath and Body Works 7 Limited Parkway East Reynoldsburg, OH 43068 RE: The tariff classification of scallop tin planters from the Philippines Dear Mr. Andrews: In your letter dated December 1, 1997, you requested a tariff classification ruling. The merchandise is a planter (Styles 107645 Blue, 107646 Pink, 107647 Yellow and 107648 Green). Although you describe the items as tin, they are made of a galvanized steel sheet. The planters have scalloped edges and are painted and decorated with a gingham pattern and roses. The applicable subheading for the planters will be 8306.29.0000, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for statuettes and other ornaments, of base metal, other. The rate of duty will be 1.5 percent ad valorem. Articles classifiable under subheading 8306.29.0000, HTS, which are products of the Philippines are entitled to duty free treatment under the Generalized System of Preferences (GSP) upon compliance with all applicable regulations.  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 James Smyth at 212-466-2084. Sincerely, Robert B. Swierupski Director National Commodity Specialist Division