The tariff classification of a men’s knit pullover garment from Hong Kong and China.

NY J86995 August 20, 2003 CLA-2-61:RR:NC:TA:N3:356 J86995 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 6110.20.2065 Mr. Johnny Lee BJ Customs Brokerage Co, Inc. P.O. Box 91034 Los Angeles, CA 90009-1034 RE: The tariff classification of a men’s knit pullover garment from Hong Kong and China. Dear Mr. Lee: In your letter dated July 29, 2003, you requested a tariff classification ruling on behalf of Tarrant Apparel Group. As requested, your sample will be returned. Style 2213 is a men’s pullover constructed from 100 percent cotton, finely knit French terry fabric that measures 23 stitches per two centimeters counted in the horizontal direction. Style 2213 features a self-fabric hood with a drawstring; screen printing on the center chest; long sleeves with rib knit cuffs; a pouch pocket below the waist; and a rib knit bottom. The applicable subheading for Style 2213 will be 6110.20.2065, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States, (HTS), which provides for: sweaters, pullovers, sweatshirts, waistcoats (vests) and similar articles, knitted or crocheted: of cotton: other: other: other: men's or boys’. The rate of duty will be 16.9 percent ad valorem. Style 2213 falls within textile category designation 338. Based upon international textile trade agreements, products of Hong Kong and China 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 Textile Status Report for Absolute Quotas, which is available at our Web site at www.cbp.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