The tariff classification of a woman’s jacket from the China

NY I88559 December 5, 2002 CLA-2-61:RR:NC:TA: 359 I88559 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 6102.20.0010 Ms. Christina A. Swidersky Foot Locker Corp. 3543 Simpson Ferry Rd. Camp Hill, PA 17011 RE: The tariff classification of a woman’s jacket from the China Dear Ms. Swidersky: In your letter dated November 6, 2002, you requested a tariff classification ruling. The submitted sample, style number 810054, is a woman’s jacket that is constructed from 100% cotton, knit fabric. The garment features a ribbed neckline, long sleeves with ribbed cuffs, a full front opening with a zipper closure, 2 front pouch pockets in the waist area, and a ribbed bottom. A “Star” design is on each sleeve. Your sample is being returned as requested. The applicable subheading for the jacket will be 6102.20.0010, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for women’s overcoats…windbreakers, knitted, other than those of heading 6104: of cotton: women’s. The duty rate will be 16.1% ad valorem for 2002; 16% for 2003. The jacket falls within textile category designation 335. 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 Mike Crowley at 646-733-3049. Sincerely, Robert B. Swierupski Director, National Commodity Specialist Division