The tariff classification of giraffe figurines, made of grass and raffia, from Madagascar.

he tariff classification of a shoulder tote bag from China

The tariff classification of a clutch bag from China.

Reconsideration of NYRL 866788; classification of a picnic basketmade of plaiting materials; other baskets; luggage

Reconsideration of HRL 954702; classification of a picnic basket made of plaiting materials; baskets; luggage

The tariff classification of baskets, mats and brooms from Venezuela; articles of vegetable plaiting materials. Dear Ms. Sherman: In your letter dated June 29, 1995, you requested a tariff classification ruling. You divided the merchandise in question into five categories, as described below: Category I includes several types of coiled baskets. Some of these, made by the Warao tribe, are identified as "platos,""paneras" and bowls. "Platos Planos," which range from about 4" to12" in diameter, can function as "hot plates." "Paneras," whichare round or oval and slightly bowl-shaped, sometimes have handlesand are made to serve bread; they usually range from 9" to 24" in length. The Waraos also make curved bowls, some of which areconstructed with integrally coiled bases fun