The tariff classification of a men's leather and textilejacket from China, Korea, or Hong Kong

PD A88998 December 3, 1996 CLA-2-42-CL:PD:CP:CB:HO2 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 4203.10.4030 Mr. Rodney Ralston Customs Consultant Trans-Border Customs Services, Inc. One Trans-Border Drive P.O. Box 800 Champlain, NY 12919 RE: The tariff classification of a men's leather and textile jacket from China, Korea, or Hong Kong Dear Mr. Ralston: 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 : November 13, 1996 ON BEHALF OF : Amerella of Canada DESCRIPTION OF MERCHANDISE : You have submitted a leather and textile jacket, Style No. JP-01, for a binding ruling. The jacket has a full-frontal opening with a left over right zipper closure, and snaps at the bottom and top of the opening. It has a slash pocket at each side, as well as horizontal zippered pockets at each side. The front panels and collar of the jacket are of leather. The balance of the jacket (sleeves and back panels) are of a 100% woven nylon fabric. There are two leather buckles at each side of the back that can be used to tighten the fit of the garment. HTS PROVISION : Articles of apparel and clothing accessories, of leather or of composition leather: Articles of apparel: Other... Coats and jackets: Other: Men's and boys'. HTS SUBHEADING : 4203.10.4030. RATE OF DUTY : 6% OTHER : Your sample will be returned under separate cover. 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 already been filed, this ruling should be brought to the attention of the Customs officer handling the transaction. Sincerely, John M. Regan Service Port Director Cleveland, Ohio