The tariff classification of a drawstring pouch from China.

NY E87324 September 24, 1999 CLA-2-42:RR:NC:341:E87324 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 4202.92.3031 Mr. Scott Weinstein Eastern Ports Custom Brokers 160-23 Rockaway Blvd. Jamaica, NY 11434 RE: The tariff classification of a drawstring pouch from China. Dear Mr. Weinstein: In your letter dated September 8th, 1999, on behalf of SMD International, you requested a classification ruling for a drawstring pouch from China. The sample submitted with your request is a pouch that is manufactured wholly of nylon textile material. The top opening of the pouch closes when the two strings inserted into the top of the pouch are pulled in opposite directions. The pouch measures approximately 11 1/2" in height by 8" in width when open. The interior is lined and consists of a single compartment with no additional features. The applicable subheading for the pouch will be 4202.92.3031, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for travel, sports, and similar bags, with an outer surface of textile material, other, other, of man-made fibers, other. The duty rate will be 18.8% ad valorem. Items classifiable under HTS subheading 4202.92.3031 fall within textile category designation 670. Based upon international textile trade agreements products of China are subject to quota and the requirement of a visa. 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.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 Kevin Gorman at 212-637-7091. Sincerely, Robert B. Swierupski Director, National Commodity Specialist Division