The tariff classification of a woman’s pullover from China

NY K80083 November 13, 2003 CLA-2-61:RR:NC:TA:359: K80083 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 6110.90.9090 Mr. Joseph R. Hoffacker Barthco Trade Consultants 7575 Holstein Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19153 RE: The tariff classification of a woman’s pullover from China Dear Mr. Hoffacker: In your letter dated October 20, 2003, you requested a classification ruling on behalf of Golden Too, Inc., New York, New York. As requested, your sample is being returned to you. Your sample, style 4540, is a woman’s pullover constructed from 54% ramie, 27% cotton, 17% nylon, 2% rayon jersey knit fabric. The outer surface of the garment measures more than nine stitches per two centimeters in the horizontal direction. The garment features a 2x2 rib knit off-the-shoulder neckline, sleeveless armholes and a 2x2 rib knit bottom. The applicable subheading for the pullover will be 6110.90.9090, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for sweaters, pullovers, sweatshirts, waistcoats (vests) and similar articles, knitted or crocheted: of other textile materials: other: other: women’s. The duty rate will be six percent ad valorem. The pullover falls within textile category designation 838. Based upon international textile trade agreements this product from China is not subject to quota or the requirement of a visa. 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