The tariff classification of a women's knit cardigan from Macau, Hong Kong and China

PD B89589 September 29, 1997 CLA-2-61-NO:TC:I06 B89589 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 6110.20.2075 Mr. Herbert J. Lynch Sullivan & Lynch, P.C. 156 State Street Boston, Massachusetts 02109-2508 RE: The tariff classification of a women's knit cardigan from Macau, Hong Kong and China Dear Mr. Lynch: In your letter dated September 11, 1997, you requested a tariff classification ruling on behalf of Susan Bristol, Incorporated. The submitted sample, Style # 1832454, is a women's cardigan composed of 100% cotton finely knit fabric. The cardigan features a pointed collar, a full frontal opening with a six button closure; long, hemmed sleeves; patch pockets located below the waist; side vents and a hemmed bottom. Per your request, your sample is returned herewith. The applicable subheading for the cardigan will be 6110.20.2075, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for sweaters, pullovers, sweatshirts, waistcoats (vests) and similar articles, knitted or crocheted: of cotton: other: other: other: women's or girls'. The rate of duty will be 19.4% ad valorem. The cardigan falls within textile category designation 339. Based upon international textile trade agreements, products of Macau, Hong Kong and China are subject to quota 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 Part 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. Sincerely, Allen H. Paterson Port Director New Orleans, Louisiana