The tariff classification of a pullover for boys’ wear from Turkey

NY J82070 March 21, 2003 CLA-2-61:RR:NC:TA:358 J82070 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 6110.20.2065 Rebecca Rivera Toys “R” Us, Inc. 461 From Road Paramus, NJ 07652-3524 RE: The tariff classification of a pullover for boys’ wear from Turkey Dear Ms. Rivera: In your letter dated March 13, 2003 you requested a classification ruling. Submitted style 697494/12469, manufactured from jersey fabric of 100% cotton, is a loose-fitting, sleeveless garment, the round neckline of which is rib-knitted, the armholes of which are oversized, and the front of which is almost completely overlaid by a decal. As you have requested, the sample garment is being returned. The applicable subheading for the garment will be 6110.20.2065, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for …pullovers…and similar articles, knitted…, of cotton, other, other, other, …boys’. The duty rate will be 16.9 per cent ad valorem. The pullover falls within textile category designation 338. Based upon international textile trade agreements products of Turkey may be 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 Kirschner at 646-733-3048. Sincerely, Robert B. Swierupski Director, National Commodity Specialist Division