The tariff classification of a Bakers' Rack from China.

812635 August 1. 1995 CLA-2-94:S:N:N7:233 812635 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 9403.20.0020 Mr. Alfred J. Fearon OIC International 11052 St. Rt. 21 NW P.O. Box 224 Strasburg, Ohio 44680 RE: The tariff classification of a Bakers' Rack from China. Dear Mr. Fearon: In your letter dated July 14, 1995, you requested a tariff classification ruling. The submitted illustrative material depicts the furniture item as a Bakers' Rack. It is constructed of a sold metal frame with wicker shelving. It measures approximately 66 inches x 16 inches x 14 inches and is designed to be placed on the floor or ground. The essential character of the Bakers' Rack is imparted by its metal components. The applicable subheading for the Bakers' Rack will be 9403.20.0020, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States Annotated, HTSUSA, which provides for: Other metal furniture and parts thereof: Other metal furniture: Other, racks. The rate of duty will be 3.2 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