The tariff classification of shoulder bag from Hong Kong.

NY 804887 December 15, 1994 CLA-2-42:S:N:N6:341 804887 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 4202.22.8050 Mr. Arthur Wolper Advance Shipping Co., Inc. 30 Vesey Street New York, NY 10007-2984 RE: The tariff classification of shoulder bag from Hong Kong. Dear Mr. Wolper: In your letter dated December 5, 1994, on behalf of Michael Stevens Ltd., you requested a classification ruling for a shoulder bag. The sample submitted, style 43132, described as a "SQ. Beltbag", is a shoulder bag composed of an exterior surface of nylon woven fabric designed to be worn on the belt. The interior is lined with vinyl and designed to contain items usually carried in the pocket or in the handbag, i.e., an elastic loop to contain a brush, a built-in lipstick holder, an affixed metal split key ring and a fitted mirror with the flap closure. Underneath the flap closure are four narrow slots to contain credit cards. The exterior rear surface contain a full-width open pocket and a belt loop. Outside the flap closure is an additional front zippered pocket. The item measures approximately 6" x 6 1/4" with 2" gussets. The applicable subheading for Style 43132, the shoulder bag of nylon woven fabric, will be 4202.22.8050, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for handbags, whether or not with shoulder strap, including those without handle, with outer surface of textile materials, other, of man- made fibers. The duty rate will be 20 percent ad valorem. Items classifiable under 4202.22.8050 fall within textile category designation 670. Based upon international textile trade agreements products of Hong Kong are subject to the requirement of a visa. The designated textile and apparel categories may be subdivided into parts. If so, visa and quota requirements applicable to the subject merchandise may be affected. Since part categories are the result of international bilateral agreements which are subject to frequent renegotiations and changes, to obtain the most current information available, we suggest that you check, close to the time of shipment, the Status Report on Current Import Quotas (Restraint Levels), an internal issuance of the U.S. Customs Service, which is available for inspection at your local Customs office. This ruling is being issued under the provisions of Section 177 of the Customs Regulations (19 C.F.R. 177). A copy of this ruling letter 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