The tariff classification of polyethylene strip from Germany or Switzerland.

NY K81212 November 28, 2003 CLA-2-39:RR:NC:SP:221 K81212 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 3920.10.0000 Mr. Dwight Voakes Cooper-Standard Automotive 39550 Orchard Hill Place Drive Novi, MI 48375 RE: The tariff classification of polyethylene strip from Germany or Switzerland. Dear Mr. Voakes: In your letter dated November 11, 2003, you requested a tariff classification ruling. The sample submitted with your letter is described as ultra high molecular weight polyethylene strip. It is made through skiving of compression molded cylinders. The strip is translucent and measures approximately 5/16 inch in width. The strip will be used in the manufacture of automotive glass run channels. The applicable subheading for the polyethylene strip will be 3920.10.0000, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for other plates, sheets, film, foil and strip, of plastics, noncellular and not reinforced, laminated, supported or similarly combined with other materials…of polymers of ethylene. The rate of duty will be 4.2 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