The tariff classification of a handbag from China.

NY G87583 February 26, 2001 CLA-2-42:RR:NC:TA:341 G87583 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 4202.22.4500 Mr. Rick Pettit G. Hensler & Co 539 Bryant Street San Francisco, CA 94107 RE: The tariff classification of a handbag from China. Dear Mr. Pettit: In your letter dated February 15, 2001, on behalf of Mervyn’s, you requested a classification ruling for a handbag. The sample submitted is identified as style number 661415000. The item is a ladies handbag that has an exterior surface of cotton canvas textile material with vinyl trim. The interior is lined and consists of a single compartment with a zippered back wall pocket. The top opening is secured by means of an inverted flap with a magnetic snap fastener. It measures approximately 11”(W) x 8”(H) x 5”(D). The applicable subheading for style 661415000 will be 4202.22.4500, 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, of vegetable fibers and not of pile or tufted construction, of cotton. The duty rate will be 6.6 percent ad valorem. HTS 4202.22.4500 falls within textile category designation 369. 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