The tariff classification of pan protectors from China

N094041 February 19, 2010 CLA-2-63:OT:RR:NC:TA:351 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 6307.90.9889 Janet Pendris Hampton Direct 291 Hurricane Lane P.O. Box 1199 Williston, VT 05495 RE: The tariff classification of pan protectors from China Dear Ms. Pendris: In your letter dated February 3, 2010, you requested a tariff classification ruling. The submitted sample is a set of three pan protectors (Item # 62604) constructed of fabric made of polypropylene and polyester. They are petal-shaped discs that nest between pots and pans protecting non-stick finishes by minimizing scratches. The set includes three discs that are each a different size. The applicable subheading for pan protectors will be 6307.90.9889, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS), which provides for other made up textile articles, other. The rate of duty will be 7% ad valorem. 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 Mitchel Bayer at (646) 733-3102. Sincerely, Robert B. Swierupski Director National Commodity Specialist Division