The tariff classification of a playmat from China

NY G83663 November 22, 2000 CLA-2-95:RR:NC:SP:225 G83663 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 9503.90.0045 Ms. Christine Gates Manhattan Toy 430 1st Avenue North - Suite 500 Minneapolis, MN 55401 RE: The tariff classification of a playmat from China Dear Ms. Gates: A request for a tariff classification ruling was submitted to this office, on your behalf, by Greg Peterson of Lynx International Inc. The letter was dated October 13, 2000 and was received in this office on October 23, 2000. Mr. Peterson has requested that our response be directly sent to you. A sample of the “Playmat Mobile,” item number 200210, was submitted with your inquiry. The article consists of a foam padded rectangular mat, approximately 1 ¾” thick, covered with cotton fabric. Extending around half of the mat is a solid foam bumper measuring 3 ¼” wide. This bumper is covered in nylon material and incorporates two open holes on either side of the mat for placement of a flexible bar that holds assorted toys overhead. According to your letter, the actual finished product will have a permanently affixed flexible bar stretching over the top, as opposed to the sample submitted, which secures via hook and loop fastener strips. The toys that attach to the crossbar include soft animal rattles and plastic connecting shapes. These are also removable for added play by the child. The color scheme is black, white and red to encourage visual development and stimulation. The mat is designed for travel in that it folds up with hook and loop fastener straps and has a textile carry handle on the top. The underside of the mat has a large pocket for carrying the removable toys and flexible bar. Your sample is being returned as requested. The applicable subheading for the “Playmat Mobile,” item number 200210, will be 9503.90.0045, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for other toys: other: other toys and models. 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 Alice J. Wong at 212-637-7028. Sincerely, Robert B. Swierupski Director, National Commodity Specialist Division