The tariff classification of a woman’s knit ensemble from Macau

NY J84529 May 23, 2003 CLA-2-61:RR:NC:TA: 359 J84529 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: (6104.22.0060, 6110.20.2075); (6104.22.0040, 6104.62.2011) Mr. John Imbrogulio Nordstrom, Inc. Customs Compliance Department 1617 Sixth Ave., Suite 1000 Seattle, WA 98101-1742 RE: The tariff classification of a woman’s knit ensemble from Macau Dear Mr. Imbrogulio: In your letter dated May 5, 2003, you requested a tariff classification ruling. The submitted sample, style number NR77950, is a woman’s 70% cotton, 30% polyester, velour knit two-piece ensemble comprised of a cardigan (the upper garment) and pants (the lower garment). Both components are of identical fabric construction, color, style and composition, and are of corresponding size. The cardigan features a mock collar, long hemmed sleeve cuffs, a full front opening with a zipper closure, 2 front inset vertical pockets at the waist, and a hemmed bottom. The collar, the sleeve cuffs, and the bottom have decorative stitching. The outer surface of the garment measures more than 9 stitches per 2 centimeters in the horizontal direction. The pants feature an elastic waist, inset side seam pockets at the waist, and long hemmed leg openings. The waistband has decorative stitching. Your samples are being returned as requested. The applicable subheading for the cardigan will be 6104.22.0060, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for women’s ensembles: of cotton: blouses, shirts and tops. The duty rate will be 16.9% ad valorem. This is the rate of duty that would apply if the garments were entered separately and classified in subheading 6110.20.2075. The applicable subheading for the pants will be 6104.22.0040, HTS, which provides for women’s ensembles: of cotton: trousers and breeches. The duty rate will 15.1% ad valorem. This is the rate of duty that would apply if the garments were entered separately and classified in subheading 6104.62.2011. The cardigan falls within textile category designation 339. The pants fall in category 348 Based upon international textile trade agreements products of Macau 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