The tariff classification of a multi-carrier power amplification system from Mexico.

NY M87545 November 6, 2006 CLA-2-85:RR:NC:1:108 M87545 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 8525.10.90 Mr. David Soyka, Esq. Celestica Corporation 72 Pease Blvd. Newington, NH 03801 RE: The tariff classification of a multi-carrier power amplification system from Mexico. Dear Mr. Soyka: In your letter dated October 16, 2006, you requested a tariff classification ruling. The subject merchandise is a multi-carrier power amplification system (item number ADWOBE-1900-X130-D), which will be imported in an unassembled condition, is stated to consist of amplifiers, input trays, power distribution panels, RF interface modules, and filters. This system that serves as RF apparatus for increasing the capacity for wireless cell phone base stations is designed to pick up signals from cell phone stations for further transmitting the signals to the antenna. The applicable subheading for this multi-carrier power amplification system will be 8525.10.90, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS), which provides for Transmission apparatus for radiotelephony, radiotelegraphy, radiobroadcasting or television, whether or not incorporating reception apparatus or sound recording or reproducing apparatus; television cameras; still image video cameras and other video camera recorders; digital cameras: Transmission apparatus: Other. The rate of duty will be free. Duty rates are provided for your convenience and are subject to change. The text of the most recent HTSUS and the accompanying duty rates are provided on World Wide Web at http://www.usitc.gov/tata/hts/. This ruling is being issued under the provisions of Part 177 of the Customs Regulations (19 C.F.R. 177). Pursuant to title 19 United States Code, Section 3005 The Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States is expected to be amended effective 1/1/07. The amendments are expected to affect the classification of your merchandise. Pursuant to Section 3005 c, the report recommending those changes has been sent to the President for proclamation of the changes. Upon the expiration of sixty legislative days, in the absence of Congressional action, the recommended changes will become law. Accordingly based on that recommendation, it is anticipated that your merchandise will be classified in 8517.69.00, HTSUS, under the 2007 Harmonized Tariff Schedule. Under the circumstances, this classification under the 2007 tariff is advisory only. 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 Michael Contino at 646-733-3014. Sincerely, Robert B. Swierupski Director, National Commodity Specialist Division