The tariff classification of a pillow from China.

NY D88173 March 10, 1999 CLA-2-94:RR:NC:TA:349 D88173 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 9404.90.2000 Mr. David Neault Pioneer International Corp. 80 Everett Ave. Chelsea, MA 02150 RE: The tariff classification of a pillow from China. Dear Mr. Neault: In your letter dated February 8, 1999 you requested a classification ruling on behalf of Sami & Samy. You submitted a sample of a pillow.. The outer shell of the pillow is made from 65 percent polyester and 35 cotton woven fabric. It is stuffed with a 95 percent goose feathers and 5 percent down filler. The pillow measures approximately 18 inches square. There is a small strip of piping inserted in the edge seam. The applicable subheading for the pillow will be 9404.90.2000, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for mattress supports; articles of bedding and similar furnishing (for example, mattresses, quilts, eiderdowns, cushions, pouffes and pillows) fitted with springs or stuffed or internally fitted with any material or of cellular rubber or plastics, whether or not covered: other: pillows, cushions and similar furnishings: other. The rate of duty will be 6 percent ad valorem. Presently, subheading 9404.90.2000, HTS is not assigned a textile category designation and items classified therein are not subject to quota or visa requirements. The designated textile and apparel categories and their quota and visa status are the result of international agreements that are subject to frequent renegotiations and changes. To obtain the most current information, we suggest that you check, close to the time of shipment, the U.S. Customs Service Textile Status Report, an internal issuance of the U.S. Customs Service, which is available at the Customs Web Site at WWW.CUSTOMS.USTREAS.GOV. In addition, 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 and should also be verified at the time of shipment. 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. If you have any questions regarding the ruling, contact National Import Specialist John Hansen at 212-637-7078. Sincerely, Robert B. Swierupski Director, National Commodity Specialist Division