The tariff classification of a flashlight part from China

NY K81470 December 15, 2003 CLA-2-85:RR:NC:2:127 K81470 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 8513.90.2000 Ms. Vickie Hancock Exel Global Logistics 2544 E. Landstreet Road Orlando, FL 32824 RE: The tariff classification of a flashlight part from China Dear Ms. Hancock: In your letter dated November 21, 2003, on behalf of Adva-Lite, Inc., you requested a tariff classification ruling. The article in question is a steel tube measuring 4 inches in length and 3/8 of an inch in diameter. The steel tube is cut to size and shape for use as part of a pocket flashlight. The applicable subheading for the above article will be 8513.90.2000, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for parts of flashlights. The rate of duty will be 12.5 percent ad valorem. This ruling is being issued under the provisions of Part 177 of the Customs Regulations (19 C.F.R. 177). 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 George Kalkines at 646-733-3028. Sincerely, Robert B. Swierupski Director, National Commodity Specialist Division