The tariff classification of a vinyl clipboard and paper pad from China.

NY H80325 May 3, 2001 CLA-2-39:RR:NC:SP:221 H80325 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 3926.10.0000 Ms. Alyssa S. Aron International Diversified Products 4113 Woodman Avenue Sherman Oaks, CA 91423 RE: The tariff classification of a vinyl clipboard and paper pad from China. Dear Ms. Aron: In your letter dated April 11, 2001, you requested a tariff classification ruling. A sample was provided with your letter. The clipboard is composed of plastic sheeting supported by an interior layer of cardboard. Some of the clipboards will be imported with a paper pad. As you requested, your sample is being returned. The applicable subheading for the clipboards, whether imported alone or with a paper pad, will be 3926.10.0000, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for other articles of plastics, office or school supplies. The rate of duty will be 5.3 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 Joan Mazzola at 212-637-7034. Sincerely, Robert B. Swierupski Director, National Commodity Specialist Division