The tariff classification of a shoulder bag from China.

NY F83342 February 29, 2000 CLA-2-42:RR:NC:TA:341 F83342 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 4202.22.8050 Ms. Shanon Bartel Pleasant Company 8400 Fairway Place Middleton, WI 53562-2554 RE: The tariff classification of a shoulder bag from China. Dear Ms. Bartel: In your letter dated February 9, 2000, you requested a classification ruling for a shoulder bag. The sample submitted, identified as style number 7005.SIL, described as “The CD Bag”, is a shoulder bag similar to a body bag designed to contain small personal effects commonly found in a ladies handbag. The shoulder bag is manufactured with an exterior surface of 100 percent nylon fabric with a textile interior lining. Although you describe the article as a “CD Bag”, the item is not specially fitted or designed to contain a specific article or set of articles. The bag measures approximately 8 ¼”(W) x 9”(H) with 2 ½” gussets. The bag is secured by means of a flap with hook and loop fasteners. The flap’s exterior features a full-width zippered compartment designed to contain other small personal effects. The applicable subheading for the handbag of nylon will be 4202.22.8050, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for handbags, whether or not with shoulder strap, including those without handle, with outer surface of textile materials, other, other, of man-made fibers. The duty rate will be 18.6 percent ad valorem. HTS 4202.22.8050 falls 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