The tariff classification of ironstone dinnerware from Portugal.

NY F83895 March 8, 2000 CLA-2-69:RR:NC:2:227 F83895 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 6912.00.39 Mr. Harold Nash Encore Promotions, Inc. 200 Broad Hollow Road, Suite 400 Melville, NY 11747 RE: The tariff classification of ironstone dinnerware from Portugal. Dear Mr. Nash: In your letter dated February 28, 2000, you requested a tariff classification ruling. The merchandise at issue is ironstone dinnerware that is identified as in the Aegean Sea pattern. The information submitted indicates that the pattern is principally for household use and is “available in specified sets” in accordance with Chapter 69, additional U.S. note 6(b) of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States, with an aggregate value of over $38. The applicable subheading for the Aegean Sea pattern will be 6912.00.39, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for ceramic household tableware, other than of porcelain or china, available in specified sets, in a pattern for which the aggregate value of the articles listed in additional U.S. note 6(b) of Chapter 69 is over $38. The rate of duty will be 4.5 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