The tariff classification of an agglomerated stone article from China

NY F86078 May 10, 2000 CLA-2-68:RR:NC:2:226 F86078 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 6810.99.0000 Ms. Lisa Ragan Lisa Ragan Customs Brokerage 795 Terrell Mill Rd. Suite 207 College Park, GA 30349 RE: The tariff classification of an agglomerated stone article from China Dear Ms. Ragan: In your letter dated April 13, 2000, on behalf of your client, Flowers, Inc. Balloons, you requested a tariff classification ruling. A representative sample of the item was submitted with your ruling request. The subject article, which is identified as “Globe Pick”, is a one-piece agglomerated stone figure depicting an earth globe, pen, paper, and other desk items that is attached to a wooden stick/pick. The complete item measures approximately seven inches in length. You indicated in your letter that this item is composed of natural limestone powder agglomerated with plastics material. The applicable subheading for the agglomerated stone article will be 6810.99.0000, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for articles of…artificial stone, whether or not reinforced: other articles: other. The rate of duty will be free. 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 Jacob Bunin at 212-637-7074. Sincerely, Robert B. Swierupski Director, National Commodity Specialist Division