The tariff classification of a woman’s pullover from China

NY K81743 January 27, 2004 CLA-2-61:RR:NC:TA:359 K81743 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 January 8, 2004, on behalf of Miss Erika, Inc., 250 Rittenhouse Circle, Bristol, PA, you requested a tariff classification ruling. The submitted sample, style number 92599, is a woman’s layered-look pullover that is made from 55% ramie, 45% cotton, knit fabric with a 100% cotton, knit lining. The lining is permanently sewn to the pullover at the shoulders, armholes and side seams. The outer surface of the garment measures more than 9 stitches per 2 centimeters in the horizontal direction. The pullover features a V-neckline, long tubular hemmed sleeves, and a tubular hemmed bottom. The lining is visible at the sleeve openings and below the hemmed bottom. Your sample is being returned as requested. The applicable subheading for the pullover will be 6110.90.9090., Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for pullovers, knitted: of other textile materials: other…other. The rate of duty will be 6% ad valorem. The pullover falls within textile category designation 838. Based upon international textile trade agreements products of China are not subject to quota nor 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.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 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