NY 817870: The tariff classification of imitation jewelry from Canada.

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	NY 817870
                                                                 December 29, 1995					        


CLA-2-71:RR:NC:TP:344 817870  

CATEGORY:  Classification

TARIFF NO.: 7117.90.9000  

Mr. Philip Woods
Catfish Moon, Works in Clay
P. O. Box 663
Annapolis Royal
Nova Scotia
Bos 1AO
Canada

RE:	The tariff classification of imitation jewelry from Canada.

Dear Mr. Woods::

	In your letter dated December 10, 1995 you requested a tariff classification ruling.

	You have submitted one sample of an earthenware clay pin with metal pinback  The pin consists of an earthenware heart measuring approximately 2 1/8" by 1 3/4".  A bar type metal clasp is attached to the back of the heart.  

	The applicable subheading for the pin will be 7117.90.9000, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for Imitation jewelry:  ... Other: ... Other ... Valued over 20 cents per dozen pieces or parts: ... Other: ... Other.  The rate of duty will be 11% ad valorem.   

	This ruling is being issued under the provisions of Section 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 Stanley J. Schwartz at 212-466-5895.

						    Sincerely,





						    Roger J. Silvestri
					                Director
						    National Commodity
						    Specialist Division