The tariff classification of a gun container from China.

NY E89014 December 1, 1999 CLA-2-42:RR:NC:341:E89014 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 4202.92.9026 Mr. Tim Parsons Parsons Trading 5 Thunderbird Drive Novato, CA 94947 RE: The tariff classification of a gun container from China. Dear Mr. Parsons: In your letter dated November 15th, 1999, you requested a classification ruling. The sample submitted with your request is identified as "gun boot skin". A sample number was not indicated in your inquiry. The item is a container that is specially shaped and fitted to hold a gun. It is manufactured wholly of textile material of man-made fibers. The openings of the container are located on the underside and rear of the container and are both secured by hook and loop closures. The applicable subheading for the "gun boot skin" will be 4202.92.9026, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for gun cases, holsters, and similar containers…other of man-made fibers. The duty rate will be 18.8% ad valorem. Items classifiable under HTS subheading 4202.92.9026 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). Your sample is being returned as requested. 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