The tariff classification of stoneware dinnerware from Taiwan

NY I81116 May 20, 2002 CLA-2-69:RR:NC:2:227 I81116 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 6912.00.39 Ms. Lesa R. Hubbard J.C.Penney Purchasing Corporation P.O. Box 10001 Dallas, Texas 75301-0001 RE: The tariff classification of stoneware dinnerware from Taiwan Dear Ms. Hubbard: In your letter dated April 17, 2002, you requested a tariff classification ruling. The stoneware dinnerware from Taiwan is identified as in the patterns Midnight Santa, Midnight Angel and Midnight Snowman. The information submitted indicates that the patterns are principally for household use and are “available in specified sets” in accordance with Chapter 69, additional U.S. note 6(b) of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States, with an aggregate value of over $38. The applicable subheading for the above patterns will be 6912.00.39, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for ceramic household tableware, other than of porcelain or china, available in specified sets, in a pattern for which the aggregate value of the articles listed in additional U.S. note 6(b) of Chapter 69 is over $38. The duty rate will be 4.5 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 George Kalkines at 646-733-3028. Sincerely, Robert B. Swierupski Director, National Commodity Specialist Division