The tariff classification of a pizza stone set from Taiwan.

NY E80555 April 22, 1999 CLA-2-69:RR:NC:2:227 E80555 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 6912.00.4810 Ms. Tammy Locke Wholesale Supply Company, Inc. 7100 Service Merchandise Dr. Brentwood, TN 37027 RE: The tariff classification of a pizza stone set from Taiwan. Dear Ms. Locke: In your letter dated March 19, 1999, you requested a tariff classification ruling. The subject merchandise, based on the information provided, is a pizza baking stone set, item number 1210HWK, which consists of the following components: a ceramic baking stone which measures approximately 12 1/2 inches in diameter; a metal serving rack which is designed to hold the ceramic baking stone; and a jumbo sized stainless steel cutter for slicing the pizza. The applicable subheading for the pizza stone set will be 6912.00.4810, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for other ceramic tableware and kitchenware...other than of porcelain or china: suitable for food or drink contact. The rate of duty will be 9.8 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 212-637-7073. Sincerely, Robert B. Swierupski Director, National Commodity Specialist Division