The tariff classification of a nylon fanny pack from China

PD E82346 June 10, 1999 CLA-2-42 SE:C:D G02 E82346 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 4202.92.3031 Ms. Barbara Y. Wierbicki Tompkins & Davidson, LLP 1515 Broadway New York, NY 10036-8901 RE: The tariff classification of a nylon fanny pack from China Dear Ms. Wierbicki: In your letter dated May 18, 1999 you requested the tariff classification for an Conference Fanny Packno. PP194839 on behalf of your client, Avon Products of New York, NY. No. PP194839 is a fanny pack constructed of woven nylon fabric. It measures approximately 10" x 4 1/2" x 4 1/2" when fully expanded. The pack features a single unlined interior compartment with zippered closure. A single zippered pocket is sewn onto the front exterior. The pack is secured to the waist be means of an adjustable belt of nylon webbing. The belt features a bayonet clip and plastic slide fastener. The applicable subheading for style PP194839 will be 4202.92.3031, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for travel, sports and similar bags, with outer surface of textile materials, other, other, of man-made fibers, other. The rate of duty will be 18.8 percent ad valorem. Item 4202.92.3031 falls within textile category designation 670. Based upon international textile trade agreements, products of China are subject to 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). The sample is being returned herewith in accordance with your request. 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, Artis M. Morgan, Jr. Port Director Seattle