The tariff classification of a pullover for girls’ wear from China

NY K82959 February 10, 2004 CLA-2-61:RR:NC:TA:358 K82959 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 6110.20.2075 Pilar Dorfman E. Besler & Co. 115 Martin Lane Elk Grove Village, IL 60007-1309 RE: The tariff classification of a pullover for girls’ wear from China Dear Ms. Dorfman: In your letter dated January 23, 2004, written on behalf of Wedding Band Investors d/b/a Beverly Clark Collection, you requested a classification ruling. The submitted “Flower Girl T-Shirt”, which is manufactured from finely rib-knitted fabric of 100% cotton, is a short-sleeved, round-necked garment onto the front of which a design and many sequins are appliqued. As you have requested, the sample garment is being returned. The applicable subheading for the garment will be 6110.20.2075, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for …pullovers…and similar articles, knitted…, of cotton, other, other, other, …girls’. The duty rate will be 16.5 per cent ad valorem. The garment falls within textile category designation 339. Based upon international textile trade agreements products of China 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 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 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