The tariff classification of a cosmetic purse from China.

NY H86860 January 10, 2002 CLA-2-42:RR:NC:TA:341 H86860 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 4202.12.2050 Mr. Robert Wallace Mid-America Overseas, Inc. 1180 McLester Street, Suite #7 Elizabeth, NJ 07201 RE: The tariff classification of a cosmetic purse from China. Dear Mr. Wallace: In your letter dated December 20, 2001, on behalf of Libretto Holdings LLC, you requested a tariff classification ruling for a cosmetic purse. The sample submitted is not identified by style number. The item is a cosmetic purse manufactured with an exterior surface of plastic sheeting. The interior is vinyl lined and consists of a single compartment with no additional features. The top opening is secured by means of a zippered closure. The bag measures approximately 6”(W) x 4 ½”(H). The applicable subheading for the cosmetic purse will be 4202.12.2050, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for trunks, suitcases, vanity cases and similar containers, with outer surface of plastics, other. The rate of duty will be 20 percent ad valorem. 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 646-733-3041. Sincerely, Robert B. Swierupski Director, National Commodity Specialist Division