NY 857696

NOV 08 1990

CLA-2-84:S:N:N1:104)857696

CATEGORY: Classification

TARIFF NO.: 8462.99.0035

Ms. Kristine M. Nelson
Harper Robinson & Co.
411 E. Irving Park Road
Bensenville, IL 60106

RE: The tariff classification of a mechanical transfer press
from Japan.

Dear Ms. Nelson:

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 : October 2, 1990

ON BEHALF OF : IHI, Inc.

DESCRIPTION OF
MERCHANDISE : The mechanical transfer press features
a transfer feed unit that can be driven
independently to permit feed rail
connect/disconnect, finger adjustment
and tryout. The unit also has an automatic
quick die changing system.

HTS PROVISION : Presses for working metal: Other: Mechanical
transfer presses

HTS SUBHEADING : 8462.99.0035

RATE OF DUTY : 4.4 percent ad valorem

OTHER : Mechanical transfer presses from Japan imported
into the United States are subject to additional
dumping duties.


A copy of this ruling 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