The tariff classification of a handbag from India.

NY F81083 January 7, 2000 CLA-2-42:RR:NC:341:F81083 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 4202.22.4500 Ms. Irene Kwok CDP Asia LTD. 26/F/. Tower A. Southmark 11 Yip Hing Street Aberdeen, Hong Kong RE: The tariff classification of a handbag from India. Dear Ms. Kwok: In your letter dated December 21st, 1999, you requested a classification ruling. The sample submitted with your request is identified as style #C-50909. The item is a handbag with an exterior surface of 100% crocheted cotton that measures approximately 7" x 5 3/4". The interior in unlined and not secured by a closure. A self-shoulder strap is permanently attached to the bag. The applicable subheading for C-50909 will be 4202.22.4500, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for handbags, whether or not with shoulder strap…of vegetable fibers and not of pile or tufted construction, of cotton. The duty rate will be 6.7% ad valorem. Items classifiable under HTS subheading 4202.22.4500 fall within textile category designation 369. Based upon international textile trade agreements products of India 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