The tariff classification of a woman's cardigan from Hong Kong.

NY G86508 February 20, 2001 CLA-2-61:RR:NC:N3:359 G86508 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 6110.10.2080 Ms. Stacy L. Weinberg Grunfeld, Desiderio, Lebowitz, Silverman & Klestadt 245 Park Avenue, 33rd Floor New York, NY 10167-3397 RE: The tariff classification of a woman's cardigan from Hong Kong. Dear Ms. Weinberg: In your letter dated January 22, 2001, you requested a ruling on behalf of Bernard Chaus, Inc. on tariff classification. Your sample is being returned as requested. The submitted sample, style number 10552, is a woman’s cardigan that is constructed from 100% wool, brushed knit fabric. The outer surface of the cardigan measures more than 9 stitches per 2 centimeters in the horizontal direction. The cardigan features a notched-lapel collar, long sleeves, a full front opening with 3 button closures, and 2 front patch pockets in the waist area. The applicable subheading for the cardigan will be 6110.10.2080, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for women’s sweaters…and similar articles, knitted: of wool or fine animal hair: other. The general rate of duty will be 16.2% percent ad valorem. The cardigan falls within textile category designation 438. Based upon international textile trade agreements products of Hong Kong are currently 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 Michael Crowley at 212-637-7077. Sincerely, Robert B. Swierupski Director, National Commodity Specialist Division