The tariff classification of a handbag and tote bag from China.

NY F85277 April 7, 2000 CLA-2-42:RR:NC:341:F85277 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 4202.22.8080; 4202.92.3091 Ms. Rebecca Cheung Ann Taylor 1372 Broadway, 6/FL. New York, NY 10018 RE: The tariff classification of a handbag and tote bag from China. Dear Ms. Cheung: In your letter dated April 3rd, 2000 you requested a classification ruling. The samples submitted with your request are designated as style #31-33123, a handbag, and style #31-33149, a tote bag, both of which have two carry handles. The front and rear exterior surface of each bag consists of a textile material comprised of 73% wool, 24% nylon, and 3% other fiber; the bottom, side, top panels, and carry handles are of leather. The interior of each bag is lined and contains a back wall zippered pocket. The interior of style #31-33123 has two open pockets and is secured by a leather panel with a center snap closure. It measures approximately 14" x 10" x 4.5". Style #31-33149 is secured by a full-width zippered closure and measures approximately 11.5" x 5.5" x 3.5". Style #31-33123 and 31-33149 are subject to the Wool Products Labeling Act of 1939. The applicable subheading for #31-33123 will be 4202.22.8080, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for handbags, whether or not with shoulder strap…with outer surface of textile materials, other, other, other, other. The duty rate will be 18.6% ad valorem. The applicable subheading for #31-33149 will be 4202.92.3091, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for travel, sports, and similar bags, with outer surface of textile materials, other, other, other. The duty rate will be 18.6% ad valorem. Items classifiable under HTS subheading 4202.22.8080 fall within textile category designation 871. Based upon international textile trade agreements products of China are subject to the requirement of a visa. Items classifiable under HTS subheading 4202.92.3091 fall within textile category designation 870. 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 samples are 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