The tariff classification of a decorative metal lantern from China

N340494 June 14, 2024 CLA-2-83:OT:RR:NC:N5:121 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 8306.29.0000 Ms. Amy Zhou Symbols Gift Inc. No. 813-815 Anxin Building, Shajiang Road, Yanluo Street, Baoan District, Shenzhen, 518000 China RE: The tariff classification of a decorative metal lantern from China Dear Ms. Zhou: In your letter dated June 3, 2024, you requested a tariff classification ruling. The item under consideration is a decorative metal lantern that measures 11.25 inches in height and 5.25 inches in width (length was not provided).  The lantern is made of iron rods with a rectangular base.  The iron rods are shaped into an archway with a circular ring on top.  The rectangular base is a flat surface without any slot or holder to secure a candle or light source. The lantern is suitable for hanging or for standing on a flat surface. The applicable subheading for the decorative metal lantern that does not have a holder for a light source will be 8306.29.0000, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS), which provides for Bells, gongs and the like, nonelectric, of base metal; statuettes and other ornaments, of base metal; photograph, picture or similar frames, of base metal; mirrors of base metal; and base metal parts thereof: Statuettes and other ornaments, and parts thereof: Other. The rate of duty will be Free. Duty rates are provided for your convenience and are subject to change. The text of the most recent HTSUS and the accompanying duty rates are provided at https://hts.usitc.gov/. The holding set forth above applies only to the specific factual situation and merchandise description as identified in the ruling request. This position is clearly set forth in Title 19, Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), Section 177.9(b)(1). This section states that a ruling letter is issued on the assumption that all of the information furnished in the ruling letter, whether directly, by reference, or by implication, is accurate and complete in every material respect. In the event that the facts are modified in any way, or if the goods do not conform to these facts at time of importation, you should bring this to the attention of U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) and submit a request for a new ruling in accordance with 19 CFR 177.2. Additionally, we note that the material facts described in the foregoing ruling may be subject to periodic verification by CBP. This ruling is being issued under the provisions of Part 177 of the Customs and Border Protection 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, please contact National Import Specialist Jennifer Jameson at [email protected]. Sincerely, Steven A. Mack Director National Commodity Specialist Division