NY 865226: The tariff classification of miniature playing cards from Hong Kong

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                                NY 865226

July 24, 1991

CLA-2-95:S:N:N3D:225-865226

CATEGORY:  Classification

TARIFF NO.: 9503.90.6000

Mr. Edward B. Kovens
Parkway Machine Corporation
P.O. Box 277
Timonium, Maryland  21093

RE:  The tariff classification of miniature playing cards from   
     Hong Kong

Dear Mr. Kovens:

     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   :    July 12, 1991

        ON BEHALF OF      :    Parkway Machine Corporation

        DESCRIPTION OF
        MERCHANDISE       :    The item, number 2044-C-111, is   
                               known as "Junior Playing Cards"   
                               made of paper.  The 1 1/2 inch    
                               cards will be sold as a novelty   
                               article through vending machines.
                                  
        HTS PROVISION     :    Other toys (except models), not
                               having a spring mechanism  
                                 
        HTS SUBHEADING    :    9503.90.6000

        RATE OF DUTY      :    6.8 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