The tariff classification of a ceramic shaft from Slovenia

NY L83244 March 25, 2005 CLA-2-69:RR:NC:1:126 L83244 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 6909.19.5095 Ms. Heather Ganley Taco, Inc. 1160 Cranston Street Cranston, Rhode Island 02920 RE: The tariff classification of a ceramic shaft from Slovenia Dear Ms. Ganley: In your letter dated February 15, 2005, you requested a tariff classification ruling. Descriptive literature of the product you wish to import was submitted with your ruling request. The subject article, designated in your letter as part number 194-1244, is a ceramic (non-porcelain) shaft part for “Taco “00” Series Cartridge Circulators”, which are circulating pumps used in hydronic heating systems. The applicable subheading for the ceramic shaft will be 6909.19.5095, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for ceramic wares for laboratory, chemical or other technical uses: other: other. The rate of duty will be 4 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