The tariff classification of a glass article from China

NY G81970 September 27, 2000 CLA-2-70:RR:NC:2:226 G81970 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 7013.99.8000 Mr. Joseph R. Hoffacker Barthco Trade Consultants, Inc. 7575 Holstein Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19153 RE: The tariff classification of a glass article from China Dear Mr. Hoffacker: In your letter dated September 13, 2000, on behalf of your client, Consolidated Stores, Inc., you requested a tariff classification ruling. A representative sample of the item was submitted and will be returned to you as requested. The subject article, which is identified as item #23193072H, is an unassembled pyramid-shaped glass greenhouse with a polyresin base. The edges and sides of the glass are framed with metal channeling. The item measures approximately nine inches in height by eight inches in width. You indicated that the unit value of this item is $4.75. The applicable subheading for the glass greenhouse with polyresin base will be 7013.99.8000, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for glassware of a kind used for table, kitchen, toilet, office, indoor decoration or similar purposes: other glassware: other: other: valued over $3 but not over $5 each. The rate of duty will be 12.8 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 Jacob Bunin at 212-637-7074. Sincerely, Robert B. Swierupski Director, National Commodity Specialist Division