The tariff classification of a “Sterling Silver Memory Hoop Bangle” from Thailand.

NY F85114 April 6, 2000 CLA-2-71:RR:NC:SP:233 F85114 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 7113.11.5000 Ms. Barbara Y. Wierbicki Tompkins & Davidson, LLP One Astor Plaza 1515 Broadway New York, NY 10036-8901 RE: The tariff classification of a “Sterling Silver Memory Hoop Bangle” from Thailand. Dear Ms. Wierbicki: In your letter dated March 31, 2000, on behalf of Avon Products, Inc., you requested a tariff classification ruling. The submitted sample, PP203322, is a lady’s sterling silver bangle bracelet with diamond cut pattern. The bracelet, which is decorated with interspersed green, red, and blue colored enamel “dots” simulating precious stone settings, features a tongue and groove closure, and “figure eight” safety lock. Your sample is being returned as requested. The applicable subheading for the Sterling Silver Memory Hoop Bangle will be 7113.11.5000, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for “Articles of jewelry and parts thereof, of precious metal or of metal clad with precious metal: Of precious metal whether or not plated or clad with precious metal: Of silver, whether or not plated or clad with other precious metal: Other: Other.” The rate of duty will be 5% 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 Lawrence Mushinske at 212-637-7061. Sincerely, Robert B. Swierupski Director, National Commodity Specialist Division