NY 862605: The tariff classification of a martial arts training shoefrom Korea.

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                                 NY 862605

                                May 6, 1991

CLA-2-64:S:N:N3D:347-T 862605   

CATEGORY:  Classification

TARIFF NO.: 6403.99.90

Mrs. Erin L. Crockett
Unit International, Inc.
900 University Blvd. N.
Suite 500
Jacksonville, Florida 32211

RE:  The tariff classification of a martial arts training shoe
from Korea.

Dear Mrs. Crockett:

     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   :   April 15, 1991

     ON BEHALF OF      :   U.S.A. Martial Arts Supply, Inc.

     DESCRIPTION OF
     MERCHANDISE       :   An Adidas brand "Taekwondo" martial arts,
                           low- top training shoe, with a predominately
			   leather upper, a lace closure, an EVA heel
			   wedge, and a cemented and stitched-on rubber
			   outer sole.  There does not appear to be
			   anything gender-specific about this shoe,
			   and it is our view that it is properly
			   described as "of types commonly worn by both
			   sexes" in sizes up to men's size 8. It is
			   presumed that you will have the permission
			   of the trademark holder to import these
			   shoes into the U.S. and that the shoes will
			   then be legally marked with the country of
			   origin (as per 19 U.S.C. 1304) designation,
			   "Made in Korea" .

     HTS PROVISION     :   Certain footwear in Chapter 64 

     HTS SUBHEADING    :   6403.99.90

     RATE OF DUTY      :   10 percent ad valorem

     A copy of this ruling letter should be attached to the entry
documents filed at the time this merchandise is imported.  If the
documents have been filed without a copy, this ruling should be brought
to the attention of the Customs officer handling the transaction.



                          Sincerely,

                                   
                          Jean F. Maguire
                          Area Director
                          New York Seaport