The tariff classification of stuffed animal cushions from China.

NY I89415 January 9, 2003 CLA-2-95:RR:NC:2:224 I89415 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 9503.41.0000 Ms. Alice Liu Atico International USA, Inc 501 South Andrews Avenue Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301 RE: The tariff classification of stuffed animal cushions from China. Dear Ms. Liu: In your letter dated December 16, 2002, you requested a tariff classification ruling. You are requesting the tariff classification on an item that is described as a stuffed animal cushion, item number W80J4030. The item is available in four variations of stuffed animal toys: a dog, a bear, a pig and a tiger. The product is essentially a stuffed toy that will function primarily as a source of amusement and entertainment for children. The samples will be returned, as requested by your office. The applicable subheading for the stuffed animal cushions, item # W80J4030, will be 9503.41.0000, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for toys representing animals or non-human creatures…and parts and accessories thereof: stuffed toys and parts and accessories thereof. 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 Tom McKenna at 646-733-3025. Sincerely, Robert B. Swierupski Director, National Commodity Specialist Division