NY 865543: The tariff classification of the Gilbert Gasifier from SouthKorea

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                                   NY 865543

                                 August 6, 1991


CLA-2-84:S:N:N1:101-865543  

CATEGORY:  Classification

TARIFF NO.: 8409.91.9190  

Mr. C. Saunders Chapman
Custom Castings International, Inc.
1215 Hightower Trail
Building B, Suite 120
Atlanta, GA 30350

RE:  The tariff classification of the Gilbert Gasifier from South
Korea

Dear Mr. Chapman:

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

     You have submitted a sample of the Gilbert Gasifier which is
a device that converts liquid gasoline into a combustible gas. 
This is accomplished by the use of a conically formed centrifuge
which is rotating at a relative high speed.  The liquid gasoline
is metered into the centrifuge at a rate required for engine
performance from idle range to high speed.  When the liquid
droplets enter the rotating, conical shaped component they spin
off to a very fine microfilm which causes the liquid to lose its
surface tension.  At this point, complete evaporation occurs and
the liquid is converted to a gas form.

     The Gilbert Gasifier is connected to an automobile gasoline
engine.  The installer disconnects all hoses and electrical
connections from the carburetor and plugs up the hoses that are
connected to the intake manifold.  The gasifier is mounted on the
intake manifold using the same gasket (or a new one).  The fuel
hose, link arm, and positive wires are connected to the ignition
switch.  The unit can be mounted 90 degrees at any point of
engine position to conform with the throttle cable or rod.
     
     The applicable subheading for the Gilbert Gasifier will be
8409.91.9190, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States
(HTS), which provides for other parts suitable for use solely or
principally with spark-ignition internal combustion piston
engines; for vehicles of subheadings 8701.20, or heading 8702,
8703 or 8704.  The rate of duty will be 3.1 percent ad valorem.

     As you requested, the sample will be returned to your
office.   

     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