NY a81697: The tariff classification of a portable lamp from China and Taiwan.

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NY A81697



                         April 16, 1996





CLA-2-85:RR:NC:GI: 227  A81697   



CATEGORY:  Classification



TARIFF NO.: 8513.10.4000  



Mr. David A. Eisen

Siegel, Mandell & Davidson, P.C.

One Astor Plaza

1515 Broadway  43rd floor

New York, NY 10036-8901



RE:	The tariff classification of a portable lamp from China and Taiwan.



Dear Mr. Eisen:



	In your letter dated March 22, 1996, on behalf of Avon Products, Inc., you
requested a tariff classification ruling.

Sample is being returned as requested.



	The sample submitted is a portable battery-operated, plastic  mini-lamp,
known as the "2-in-1 Handy Lamp with Compass" (item number PP 145684), which
measures approximately 6 inches in length (in its opened and extended position).
 It features an oval-shape housing with an adjustable circular reflector unit,
activated when lifted and extended from the base, that contains a torch bulb for
lighting purposes.  It also incorporates a compass located on the front exterior
section as well as possessing a clip situated in the rear for attachment to the
user's clothing or belt.  It is noted that the reflector unit can be manipulated
in various directions to illuminate different areas and can also be placed
horizontally on a flat surface in order to direct a beam of light to a desired
direction.    



     Although the merchandise in question is a composite article, incorporating
a light and a compass, it is primarily designed and marketed for its lighting
component which imparts the essential character of the article. 



	The applicable subheading for the "2-in-1 Handy Lamp with Compass," item
number PP 145684, will be 8513.10.4000, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United
States (HTS), which provides for  other portable electric lamps designed to
function by their own source of energy.  The rate of duty will be 5.5 percent ad
valorem.   



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



	A copy of the ruling letter or the control number indicated above should be
provided with the entry documents filed at the time this merchandise is
imported.  If you have any questions regarding the ruling, contact National
Import Specialist 

George Kalkines at 212-466-5794.



							Sincerely,



  



							Roger J. Silvestri

                                   Director,

                                   National Commodity

                                   Specialist Division