The tariff classification of a woman's sweater from India.

NY B86105 June 30, 1997 CLA-2-61:RR:NC:TA:359 B86105 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 6110.30.3020 Mr. Heeraman Sanichar Jamie Brooke, Inc. 225 W. 37th Street New York, NY 10018 RE: The tariff classification of a woman's sweater from India. Dear Mr. Sanichar: In your letter dated June 2, 1997 you requested a tariff classification ruling. The submitted sample, style number 6518111 is a woman's sleeveless sweater constructed from 100% rayon, openwork, crocheted fabric. The garment features a V-neckline, oversized armholes, a full from opening with three button closures, and two side slits. The garment extends from the shoulder to the knee area. Your sample is being returned as requested. The applicable subheading for the sweater will be 6110.30.3020, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for women's sweaters, crocheted: of manmade fibers: other. The duty rate will be 33.5% ad valorem. The sweater falls within textile category designation 646. Based upon international textile trade agreements products of India are subject to quota restraints and 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. 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 the ruling or the control number indicated above should be provided with the entry documents filed at the time this merchandise is imported. If you have any questions regarding the ruling, contact National Import Specialist Mike Crowley at 212-466-5852. Sincerely, Paul K. Schwartz Chief, Textiles & Apparel Branch National Commodity Specialist Division