The tariff classification of a woman's upper body garment from Hong Kong

PD B89713 October 1, 1997 CLA-2-62:PD:C:I21 PD B89713 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 6211.43.0091 Mr. William F. Sullivan MSAS Customs Logistics, Inc. 248-06 Rockaway Blvd. Jamaica, NY 11422 RE: The tariff classification of a woman's upper body garment from Hong Kong Dear Mr. Sullivan: In your letter dated September 18, 1997, you requested a tariff classification ruling on behalf of Newport News, Inc. The submitted sample, style S 98-75-006, is a woman's upper body garment which does not reach the waist. The garment is constructed from 65% polyester/35% rayon woven fabric. The sleeveless garment has a full frontal opening with three button closure, a V-neck and a band at the bottom. The sample will be returned as requested. The applicable subheading for the garment will be 6211.43.0091, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for track suits, ski-suits and swimwear; other garments: other garments, women's or girls': of man-made fibers: other. The rate of duty will be 16.7 percent ad valorem. The garment falls within textile category designation 659. Based upon international textile trade agreements, products of Hong Kong 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, E. Julian Miller Port Director Charleston, SC