NY a86201: The tariff classification of a spectacle case from China.

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                            NY A86201

                         August 27, 1996

CLA-2-42:RR:NC:WA:341 A86201  

CATEGORY:  Classification

TARIFF NO.: 4202.32.2000  

Ms. Stacy Richards
American Shipping Co.
600 Sylvan Ave.
P.O. Box 1486
Englewood Cliffs, NJ  07632

RE:  The tariff classification of a spectacle case from China.

Dear Ms. Richards:

     In your letter dated August 7, 1996, on behalf of The Lantis
Corporation, you requested a tariff classification ruling for a
spectacle case.

     The sample submitted, identified as style 554, is a
spectacle case composed of an outer surface of a non-cellular
plastics with a textile material backing.  The case has a flocked
textile interior lining.  It measures approximately 6 inches by 2
3/4 inches by 1 inch.  Your sample is being returned as you
requested.  

     The applicable subheading for the spectacle case of plastics
will be 4202.32.2000, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United
States (HTS), which provides for articles of a kind normally
carried in the pocket or in the handbag, with outer surface of    
sheeting of plastic or of textile materials, other.  The rate of
duty will be 20 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 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 Kevin
Gorman at 212-466-5893.



                                        Sincerely,



                                        Roger J. Silvestri
                                        Director
                                        National Commodity
                                        Specialist Division