NY 864991: The tariff classification of automotive hose fittings fromJapan

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                                   NY 864991

                                 July 31, 1991


CLA-2-87:S:N:N1:101-864991  

CATEGORY:  Classification

TARIFF NO.: 8708.99.5085  

Mr. Ronald Jacobsen
Yusen Air & Sea Service (U.S.A.) Inc.
P.O. Box 66280
Chicago, Illinois 60666

RE:  The tariff classification of automotive hose fittings from
Japan

Dear Mr. Jacobsen:

     In your letter dated July 2, 1991, on behalf of Hitachi
Cable Indiana, Inc., you requested a tariff classification
ruling.  This letter is a supplement to your letter of June 4,
1991.  You have submitted descriptive literature and
representative samples.

     The imported products are various automotive hose fittings
that are used in the manufacture of brake hose assemblies and
power steering hose assemblies.  The hose fittings are made of
steel alloy and they come in different sizes and shapes.  You
indicate that these fittings can only be used in automotive
applications, specifically as brake hose fittings and power
steering hose fittings.  The products are manufactured exactly to
the specifications provided by automotive company engineering
departments.  The ultimate users of these various hose fittings
are the automotive companies themselves.  

     The applicable subheading for these automotive hose fittings
will be 8708.99.5085, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United
States (HTS), which provides for other parts and accessories of
motor vehicles.  The rate of duty will be 3.1 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