The tariff classification and status under the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA), of 13/14" and 14/15" color display tubes and 19/20" color picture tubes from Mexico; Article 509

NY B89456 October 8, 1997 CLA-2-85:RR:NC:MM:109 B89456 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 8540.40.0060, 8540.11.1050 Mr. Earl Roberts R.L. Jones Customhouse Brokers 224 West Grant Street Calexico, CA 92231 RE: The tariff classification and status under the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA), of 13/14" and 14/15" color display tubes and 19/20" color picture tubes from Mexico; Article 509 Dear Mr. Roberts: In your letter dated September 4, 1997 you requested a ruling on the status of 13/14" and 14/15" color display tubes for computer monitors, and 19/20" color picture tubes for television receivers from Mexico under the NAFTA, on behalf of Orion Engineering Services, Inc. The classification of these cathode ray tubes was addressed in ruling PD B88132. The color display tubes were classified in tariff provision 8540.40.0060, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States Annotated (HTSUSA), at the general rate of duty of 4.2%. The color picture tube was classified in tariff provision 8540.11.1050, HTSUSA, at the general rate of duty of 15%. The information provided indicated that the cathode ray tubes, as well as the front panel assemblies for the tubes, are manufactured in Mexico. Each of the non-originating materials used to make the color display tubes has satisfied the changes in tariff classification required under HTSUSA General Note 12(t)/85.135. The color display tubes will be entitled to a free rate of duty under the NAFTA upon compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and agreements. Each of the non-originating materials used to make the color picture tube has satisfied the changes in tariff classification required under HTSUSA General Note 12(t)/85.125. The color picture tube will be entitled to a free rate of duty under the NAFTA upon compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and agreements. This ruling is being issued under the provisions of Part 181 of the Customs Regulations (19 C.F.R. 181). This ruling letter is binding only as to the party to whom it is issued and may be relied on only by that party. A copy of the ruling or the control number indicated above should be provided with the entry documents filed at the time this merchandise is imported. If you have any questions regarding the ruling, contact National Import Specialist Eileen S. Kaplan at 212-466-5673. Sincerely, Robert B. Swierupski Director, National Commodity Specialist Division