NY 865621: The tariff classification of a multimeter carrying case fromJapan.

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                                   NY 865621
                                   August 22, 1991               
                                                           

CLA-2-42:S:N:N3G:341 865621

CATEGORY:  Classification

TARIFF NO.: 4202.92.9040

Mr. Eric R. Rock
Nippon Express U.S.A., Inc. 
1151 Ellis Street
Bensenville, IL  60106

RE:  The tariff classification of a multimeter carrying case from
Japan.

Dear Mr. Rock:

     In your letter dated July 22, 1991, on behalf of Shigma,
Inc., you requested a tariff classification ruling.  
     
     The submitted sample, model #MT155, is a vinyl carrying case
designed to contain a multimeter with bargraph.  It is lined with
textile materials, and measures approximately 5" x 7" x 2".  The
item features a plastic carrying handle, and closes by means of a
flap with a metal snap closure.  The front of the case is printed
with the "Blue Point" trademark, in addition to the words "MT155
Digital Multimeter With Bargraph".    

     The applicable subheading for model #MT155, the carrying
case of vinyl, will be 4202.92.9040, Harmonized Tariff Schedule
of the United States (HTS), which provides for trunks, camera
cases, binocular cases and similar containers, with outer surface
of plastic sheeting, other, other, other.  The duty rate will be
20 percent ad valorem.   
     
    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