The tariff classification of a decorative glass article from China

NY H89424 March 21, 2002 CLA-2-70:RR:NC:2:226 H89424 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 7013.99.8000 Mrs. Jean Fair Liss Global, Inc. 7746 Dungan Road Philadelphia, PA 19111 RE: The tariff classification of a decorative glass article from China Dear Mrs. Fair: In your letter dated March 6, 2002, 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 “XHD Glass Tray” – Item #928904, is a decorative glass tray that measures approximately 11 ½” x 7” x 1 ½”. The sides of the tray are composed of blue-colored stained glass panels and panels consisting of blue and clear glass beads that are strung on metal wire in a net-like design. The bottom of the tray is composed of clear glass. The tray features two small metal handles and is framed in silver-colored metal channeling. You indicated in your letter that the unit value of this item is $3.01. The applicable subheading for the decorative glass tray 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 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 646-733-3027. Sincerely, Robert B. Swierupski Director, National Commodity Specialist Division