The tariff classification of a cosmetic applicator component from China.

NY J87479 August 22, 2003 CLA-2-39:RR:NC:SP:221 J87479 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO. 3926.90.9880 Ms. Mindy Gao BchinaB Chrysler Center 666 Third Avenue, 24th Floor New York, NY 10017 RE: The tariff classification of a cosmetic applicator component from China. Dear Ms. Gao: In your letter received in this office on July 23, 2003, you requested a classification ruling. The submitted sample is a plastic flat top cowling. The cowling is used at the tip of a cosmetics applicator. The sample is returned as you requested. The applicable subheading for the plastic cowling will be 3926.90.9880, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for other articles of plastics, other. 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 646-733-3023. Sincerely, Robert B. Swierupski Director, National Commodity Specialist Division