The tariff classification of a ceramic mug from China.

NY D82662 October 8, 1998 CLA-2-69:RR:NC:2:227 D82662 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 6911.10.4500 Ms. Amy Sperber Delias 435 Hudson Street New York, NY 10014 RE: The tariff classification of a ceramic mug from China. Dear Ms. Sperber: In your letter dated September 23, 1998, you requested a tariff classification ruling. Sample is being returned as requested. The sample submitted is a barrel-shaped porcelain mug with looped handle, style number 56043, which measures approximately 4 1/2 inches high with an open top diameter of 3 inches. It possesses exterior designs parodying the zodiac signs of aquarius and scorpio. The applicable subheading for this porcelain mug will be 6911.10.4500, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for other tableware of porcelain or china...mugs and other steins. The rate of duty will be 16.1 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 George Kalkines at 212-466-5794. Sincerely, Robert B. Swierupski Director, National Commodity Specialist Division