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October 26, 2000
CLA-2 RR:CR:GC 962968 KBR
CATEGORY: Classification
TARIFF NO.: 8517.50.90; 8517.80.20.
Mr. Philip Ardire, President Western DataCom Co. Inc.
P.O. Box 45113 Cleveland, OH 44145
RE: Asynchronous Transfer Mode Data Network Encryption Hardware
Dear Mr. Ardire:
This is in regard to your undated letter to the Director, National Commodity Specialist Division New York, requesting a ruling as to the classification, under the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS), of encryption hardware used in securing Asynchronous Transfer Mode (ATM) data networks. Your request was forwarded to this office for reply. We are in receipt of your letter of July 12, 2000.
FACTS:
You plan to import Model HC-7910 data encryption hardware used in securing ATM data networks which are manufactured by Crypto AG in Switzerland. ATM is the technology used for implementing Broadband-Integrated Services Digital Network (B-ISDN). The HC-7910 is a high-speed data encryptor containing a 128K bit encryption algorithm. This article is used to secure data or video transmissions and telephone links against interception or manipulation over both public and private networks. The system uses a principle called “Private Virtual Network” © encryption and allows for both Switched Virtual Circuit (SVC) and well as Permanent Virtual Circuit (PVC) configurations. The HC-7910 protects all data or information in the secure area and can transmit both encrypted and plain connections through one link. The unit is comprised of tamper-proof electronic printed circuit boards contained in a metal housing weighing approximately ten pounds. ISSUE:
What is the correct classification for Model HC-7910 encryption hardware used in securing ATM data networks?
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