The tariff classification of a toiletry bag from China/Taiwan.

PD B88763 SEP 13, 1997 CLA-2-42:RI:130:G25:DJP CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 4202.92.2000 Mr. David A. Eisen Siegel, Mandell & Davidson, P.C. One Astor Plaza 1515 Broadway, 43rd Floor New York, NY 10036-8901 RE: The tariff classification of a toiletry bag from China/Taiwan. Dear Mr. Eisen: In your letter dated August 19, 1997 you requested a tariff classification ruling on behalf of Avon Products, New York. The sample submitted with your request, Style PP150968, is a travel toiletry bag, Avon brand "Blockbuster Bag". This item measures approximately 22 1/2" x 8" in its open position. The interior features four transparent plastic, zippered compartments for storing and organizing cosmetics, jewelry, etc. The bag has a textile hand strap and is secured with velcro. The outer surface is constructed of a textile material said to be 55 percent ramie and 45 per cent polyester. The applicable subheading for the item will be 4202.92.2000, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for travel, sports and similar bags, with outer surface of textile materials, of vegetable fibers and not of pile or tufted construction, other. The rate of duty will be 6.3 per cent ad valorem. PP150968 falls within textile category designation 870. Based upon international textile trade agreements, products of China and Taiwan in category 870 are subject to visa and quota requirements. Your sample is being returned as requested. The designated textile and apparel category 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 (Restraints 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 Part 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, Richard Barrette Service/Area Port Director Providence, R.I.