NY 862998: The tariff classification of "Dynabeads" HLA Cell Prep I andHLA Cell Prep II from Norway

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                                   NY 862998

                                   MAY 16 1991


CLA-2-30:S:N:N1:238 862998  

CATEGORY:  Classification

TARIFF NO.: 3006.20.0000  

Mr. Gregory Blyskal
Dynal, Inc.
475 Northern Blvd.
Great Neck, NY 11021

RE:  The tariff classification of "Dynabeads" HLA Cell Prep I and
HLA Cell Prep II from Norway

Dear Mr. Blyskal:

     In your letter dated April 29, 1991 you requested a tariff
classification ruling.

     The "Dynabeads" HLA Cell Prep products have been especially
designed for the rapid isolation of HLA class L and II cells
directly from peripheral blood. Specifically, the two products
are coated with an antibody for the isolation of T and B cells,
respectively. The isolated cells are used to identify an
individual's tissue type when determining organ transplant
compatibility. The products are supplied in vials containing
"Dynabeads" coated with a monoclonal antibody in a sterile
suspension of phosphate buffered saline (PBS).
     
     The applicable subheading for the "Dynabeads" HLA class I
and II Cell Prep products will be 3006.20.0000, Harmonized Tariff
Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for  blood
grouping reagents.  The rate of duty will be free

     This merchandise may be subject to the regulations of the
Food and Drug Administration.  You may contact them at 5600
Fishers Lane, Rockville, Maryland 20857, telephone number (202)
443-3380..   

     This ruling is being issued under the provisions of Section
177 of the Customs Regulations (19 C.F.R. 177).

     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