The tariff classification of "Looks Good" Cosmetics Item #2631, 2632A and 2632B from Taiwan

NY 875720 July 2, 1992 CLA-2-33:S:N:N1:240 875720 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 3304.91.0010 Mr. Paul John Crowley Sharretts, Paley, Carter & Blauvelt, P.C 67 Broad Street New York, N.Y. 10004 RE: The tariff classification of "Looks Good" Cosmetics Item # 2631, 2632A and 2632B from Taiwan Dear Mr. Crowley: In your letter dated June 24, 1992, you requested a tariff classification ruling on behalf of your client The Mel Appel Group, Inc. A sample of "Looks Good" Cosmetics Item # 2631 was submitted with your inquiry and is being returned as requested. The compact consists of four powdered eyeshadows, two powdered blushes, a blush brush and a foam applicator. The compact is designed for use by young girls ages eight and up. A sample of "Looks Good" Cosmetics Item # 2632A was submitted with your inquiry and is being returned as requested. The compact consists of eight powdered eyeshadows, two powdered blushes, six eyeshadow sticks, five lipsticks, a blush brush and a foam applicator. The compact is designed for use by young girls ages eight and up. A sample of "Looks Good" Cosmetics Item # 2632B was submitted with your inquiry and is being returned as requested. The compact consists of twelve powdered eyeshadows, two powdered blushes, three eyeshadow sticks, three lipsticks, a blush brush and a foam applicator. The compact is designed for use by young girls ages eight and up. The applicable HTS subheading for "Looks Good" Cosmetics Item # 2631, 2632A and 2632B will be 3304.91.0010, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for beauty or make-up preparations; other: powders, whether or not compressed: rouges. The duty rate will be 4.9 percent ad valorem. Cosmetics are subject to the regulations and requirements of the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Questions regarding FDA requirements may be addressed to the Food and Drug Administration, 5600 Fishers Lane, Rockville Lane, Rockville, Maryland 20857. The telephone number is (301) 443-3370. 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 already been filed, this ruling should be brought to the attention of the Customs officer handling the transaction. Sincerely, Jean F. Maguire Area Director New York Seaport