The tariff classification of infants' socks from Hong Kong

PD E89873 November 30, 1999 CLA-2-61-P:C:G35 E89873 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 6111.20.6040; 6111.30.5040 Kathy Bush Apparel Concepts International, Inc. 180 Madison Avenue, Suite 1102 New York, N.Y. 10016 RE: The tariff classification of infants' socks from Hong Kong Dear Ms. Bush: In your letter dated November 2, 1999 you requested a tariff classification ruling. Samples were submitted and will be retained for reference. The submitted samples are two pairs of babies socks identified only as sample A and sample B. Both pairs of socks are knitted and are for babies sizes newborn to 24 months. Sample A has the words "Baby Wear" knitted into the sock and is constructed of 75% cotton and 25% nylon. Sample B is ornamented with a flower design knitted into the sock and is constructed of 75% acrylic and 25% nylon. The applicable subheading for Sample A is 6111.20.6040, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for babies garments and clothing, knitted or crocheted: of cotton: other: other: other: other. The rate of duty will be 8.4%. The applicable subheading for Sample B is 6111.30.5040, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for babies garments and clothing, knitted or crocheted: of synthetic fibers: other: other: other. The rate of duty will be 16.5%. Both pairs of socks fall within textile category designation 239. Based upon international textile trade agreements, products of Hong Kong are exempt from 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.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. Sincerely, David F. Greenleaf Port Director Dallas-Fort Worth, TX