The tariff classification of toy creatures, item number 9297, from China.

NY 883766 April 2, 1993 CLA-2-95:S:N:N8:224 883766 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 9503.49.0020 Mr. J. W. Hampton, Jr. J. W. Hampton, Jr. & Co., Inc. 15 Park Row New York, NY 10038 RE: The tariff classification of toy creatures, item number 9297, from China. Dear Mr. Hampton: This classification decision under the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS) is being issued in accordance with the provisions of Section 177 of the Customs Regulations (19 C.F.R. 177). DATE OF INQUIRY : March 10, 1993 ON BEHALF OF : F. W. Woolworth Co. DESCRIPTION OF MERCHANDISE : The three submitted samples are representations of a ghost, a pumpkin and a skeleton, each measuring approximately four inches in height. The items are composed of a plastic housing over which woven textile fabric imprinted with facial features has been glued. The housing contains a battery operated device that is activated by a two position switch located on the base of the item. The device when activated emits a spooky sound and lights up the figure. The three items are considered toy creatures for tariff classification purposes. HTS PROVISION : Toys representing animals or non-human creatures, other than stuffed, not having a spring mechanism. HTS SUBHEADING : 9503.49.0020 RATE OF DUTY : 6.8 percent ad valorem OTHER : The samples will be returned as requested. 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