The tariff classification of a bath towel from Hong Kong.

NY F85155 April 18, 2000 CLA-2-63:RR:NC:TA:349 F85155 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 6302.93.2000 Ms. Irene Kwok CDP Asia Ltd. 26/F., Tower A. Southmark 11 Yip Hing Street Aberdeen, Hong Kong RE: The tariff classification of a bath towel from Hong Kong. Dear Ms. Kwok: In your letter dated March 24, 2000 you requested a classification ruling. The submitted sample, identified as C-51833, is a bath towel. The towel is made from a 100 percent nylon woven fabric. The pink fabric is crinkled, sheer and has an abrasive surface. Two edges are hemmed and the other two are selvedge. The rectangular towel measures approximately 9 x 35.5 inches. The applicable subheading for the towel will be 6302.93.2000, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for of man-made fibers: other. The duty rate will be 10.5 percent ad valorem. . The towel falls within textile category designation 666. 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 John Hansen at 212-637-7078. Sincerely, Robert B. Swierupski Director, National Commodity Specialist Division