NY 864886: The tariff classification of tomato powder

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                                   NY 864886

                                 July 26, 1991


CLA-2-20:S:N:N1:228  

CATEGORY:  Classification

TARIFF NO.: 2002.90.0050  

Mr. Mark Frankel
Prestige Group International
185 Madison Avenue  Suite 1500
New York, NY  10016

RE:  The tariff classification of tomato powder 

Dear Mr. Frankel:

     In your letter dated June 25, 1991 you requested a tariff
classification ruling.   

   The product described as "tomato powder" is said to be
prepared by spray drying tomato paste.  Upon reconstitution with
water, the powder will yield a puree or liquid with
characteristic tomato flavor and color.  The tomato powder will
be packed in 50-pound polybags, in cardboard cartons.  

     The applicable subheading for the tomato powder will be
2002.90.0050, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States
(HTS), which provides for  tomatoes prepared or preserved
otherwise than by vinegar or acetic acid...other...other.  The
duty rate will be 13.6 percent ad valorem.
      
     Your inquiry does not provide enough information for us to
give a classification ruling on the avocado base powder, banana
base powder, white bean powder, and red beet powder.  Your
request for a classification ruling for the avocado and banana
products should include samples of the powders, and the identity
and quantity of the "amyloid carrier."  For the white bean
powder, provide the botanical name for the beans used.  For the
beet powder, clarify whether the product is produced from beet
juice or from the vegetable itself.

     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