The tariff classification of Model A203 PIR mini alarm fromTaiwan.

NY 886333 May 21,1993 CLA-2-85:S:N:N1:112-886333 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 8531.10.0035 Mr. Carl Moen Watch Dog Alarm P. O. Box 8446 Clearwater, FL 34618 RE: The tariff classification of Model A203 PIR mini alarm from Taiwan. Dear Mr. Moen: In your letter dated May 12, 1993, you requested a tariff classification ruling. The Model A203 PIR mini alarm, a portable battery operated device that can be set in two modes; one as an alarm and the other as a door bell. Its infrared sensor gives it the ability to detect individuals within an area of 5 meters forward, 90 degrees in angle, and has an alarm sound of about six seconds and a door bell sound of about 5 seconds. The applicable subheading for the Model A203 PIR mini alarm will be 8531.10.0035, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for electric sound or visual signalling apparatus: Burglar or fire alarms and similar apparatus... Other: Burglar alarms... . The rate of duty will be 2.7 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