The tariff classification of plant stands from China

NY D80013 July 22, 1998 CLA-2-83:RR:NC:N1:113 D80013 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 8306.29.0000 Mr. Arnold M. Miller AMM A Double M Corp. P.O. Box 403 Hewlett, NY 11557 RE: The tariff classification of plant stands from China Dear Mr. Miller: In your letter dated June 5, 1998, you requested a tariff classification ruling. The merchandise is a number of plant stands and planters. The plant stands are made from wrought iron and are decorated with metal leaves. The stands are designed to hold the planters, which are pots made of wire plaited with wicker. The stands range in height from 5 inches to 15 inches and from 6 inches to 15 inches. Thus, they are not designed to stand on the floor. You have also requested classification advice on glass items and candle holders. We cannot rule on such items without actual samples. The applicable subheading for the plant stands and planters, whether imported together or separately 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 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 James Smyth at 212-466-2084. Sincerely, Robert B. Swierupski Director National Commodity Specialist Division