The tariff classification of a sport bag from China.

NY G89274 April 25, 2001 CLA-2-42:RR:NC:TA:341 G89274 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 4202.92.3031 Mr. Brett Conrad Deep See, Inc. 18935 59th Ave. NE Arlington, WA 98223 RE: The tariff classification of a sport bag from China. Dear Mr. Conrad: In your letter dated April 17, 2001, you requested a classification ruling for a sport bag. The sample is not identified by style number. The item is a sport bag designed to carry/transport a swim mask for water sport activities. It is manufactured of neoprene with a textile man-made exterior. The bag is unlined and measures approximately 9 ½”(H) x 6 ½”(W). The bag features a webbed carrying handle on one side and a plastic dog leash type fastener designed to be attached to one’s belt, backpack, etc. The top of the bag is secured by means of a hook and loop fastener. Your sample is being returned as requested. The applicable subheading for the sport bag will be 4202.92.3031, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for travel, sports and similar bags, with outer surface of textile materials, other, of man-made fibers, other. The duty rate will be 18.3 percent ad valorem. HTS 4202.92.3031 falls within textile category designation 670. 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