NY 816549: The tariff classification of a weight training/fitness vest from Taiwan or China.

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	NY 816549

	November 22, 1995


CLA-2-95:S:N:N7:224 816549 

CATEGORY:  Classification

TARIFF NO.: 9506.91.0030

Edward F. Dalton
E.F. Design Group
6535 S.W. Chelsea Place
Portland, OR 97223


RE:  The tariff classification of a weight training/fitness vest        from Taiwan or China.

Dear Mr. Dalton:

     This classification decision under the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS) is being issued in accordance with the provisions of Section 177 of the Customs Regulations (19 C.F.R. 177).

	DATE OF INQUIRY   :    October 31, 1995

	DESCRIPTION OF
	MERCHANDISE       :    The sample consists of a foam vest                                 with nylon woven belt and plastic                                  buckle and four one pound coated                                   weight inserts with fasteners.  The                                vest is designed to be worn to                                     provide weight resistance in an                                    exercise regimen.

	HTS PROVISION     :    Articles and equipment for general                                 physical exercise, gymnastics,                                     athletics, other sports...or outdoor                               games...:  Other:  articles and                                    equipment for general physical                                     exercise, gymnastics or athletics;                                 parts and accessories thereof, other.

	HTS SUBHEADING    :    9506.91.0030

	RATE OF DUTY      :    4.6 percent ad valorem

	
	A copy of this 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 Tom McKenna at 212-466-5475


                          		      Sincerely,

                                   
  
                                         Roger J. Silvestri
	                         	      Director
	                         	      National Commodity 
                                         Specialist Division