The tariff classification of a men’s motocross racing jersey from China and Taiwan.

NY H87813 March 20, 2002 CLA-2-61:RR:NC:TA:N3:356 H87813 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 6110.30.3050 Ms. Laura Denny CBT International, Inc. 110 West Ocean Blvd., Suite 728 Long Beach, CA 90802 RE: The tariff classification of a men’s motocross racing jersey from China and Taiwan. Dear Ms. Denny: In your letter dated February 13, 2002, you requested a tariff classification ruling on behalf of Pro Source International. As requested, your sample and catalog will be returned. Style 1260 “Phase 3.0” is a men’s motocross racing jersey constructed from 100 percent polyester, finely knit, dropped stitch mesh fabric that measures 25 stitches per two centimeters counted in the horizontal direction. Style 1260 “Phase 3.0” has a rib knit crew neckline; long, raglan, sleeves with rib knit cuffs; an all-over screen print design on the front and back panels and the sleeves; light padding at the elbows; and a straight, hemmed bottom. The applicable subheading for Style 1260 “Phase 3.0” will be 6110.30.3050, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States, (HTS), which provides for: sweaters, pullovers, sweatshirts, waistcoats (vests) and similar articles, knitted or crocheted: of man-made fibers: other: other: other: other: men’s or boys’. The rate of duty will be 32.4 per cent ad valorem. Style 1260 “Phase 3.0” falls within textile category designation 638. Based upon international textile trade agreements, products of China and Taiwan are subject to visa requirements and quota restraints. 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 this ruling letter 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 this ruling, contact National Import Specialist Mary Ryan at 646-733-3271. Sincerely, Robert B. Swierupski Director, National Commodity Specialist Division