The tariff classification of steel rings from Japan.

N031162 July 1, 2008 CLA-2-73:OT:RR:E:NC:N1:117 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 7326.90.8587 Ms. Rhonda L. McClintic Freudenberg-NOK 11617 State Route 13 Milan, OH 44846 RE: The tariff classification of steel rings from Japan. Dear Ms. McClintic: In your letter dated June 17, 2008 you requested a tariff classification ruling. The item to be imported is identified as an “outer sleeve” and bears part number 70027999151E. It is a ring made of steel, measuring 65 mm in diameter and 30.5 mm in length. After importation the ring will be coated with rubber and it will be adhered to another piece of metal. It will be used as a vibration control device for a body mount in an automobile. The applicable subheading for the ring will be 7326.90.8587, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS), which provides for other articles or iron or steel, other, other, other, other, other. The rate of duty will be 2.9 percent. 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). 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 Gloria Stingone at 646-733-3020. Sincerely, Robert B. Swierupski Director, National Commodity Specialist Division