The tariff classification of a spectacle case from Hong Kong.

NY F86159 April 28, 2000 CLA-2-42:RR:NC:TA:341 F86159 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 4202.32.9550 Ms. Debra J. Kilgore Kilgore & More Importing 116 N W 6th, Suite B Andrews, TX 79714 RE: The tariff classification of a spectacle case from Hong Kong. Dear Ms. Kilgore: In your letter dated April 8, 2000, you requested a classification ruling for a spectacle case. The sample submitted, identified as item MM-5601, is a spectacle case manufactured of a rigid shell covered on the exterior with a woven fabric said to be of 100 percent polyester. The interior is lined with a synthetic man-made textile material. The case measures approximately 6 ½”(L) x 3”(W). The applicable subheading for Item MM- 5601 will be 4202.32.9550, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for articles of a kind normally carried in the pocket or in the handbag, with outer surface of textile materials, other, other, of man-made fibers. The duty rate will be 18.6 percent ad valorem. HTS 4202.32.9550 falls within textile category designation 670. Based upon international textile trade agreements products of Hong Kong 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