The tariff classification of a woman’s pajama set from Turkey.

NY L84776 June 16, 2005 CLA-2-61:RR:NC:WA:361 NY L84776 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 6108.31.0010 Mr. Frank Neely Sara Lee Branded Apparel International Trade Department 1000 E. Hanes Mill Road Winston-Salem, NC 27105 RE: The tariff classification of a woman’s pajama set from Turkey. Dear Mr. Frank Neely: In your letter dated May 11, 2005, you requested a classification ruling for a woman’s pajama set. The submitted sample, Style #HNGF, is a woman’s sleepwear set constructed from 95% nylon and 5% spandex knit fabric. The set is composed of a camisole style top, and a panty. The top of Style HNGF features a modified V-shaped neckline in front, elasticized adjustable shoulder straps, and a hemmed bottom. The garment also has lace trim around the front of the neckline and a screen-printed design on the front panel. The bikini style panty of Style HNGF features an elasticized waistband with a textile bow stitched at the center front, and elasticized leg openings. Based on appearance as well as the merchandising information provided, the top and panty are considered sleepwear and classified in heading 6108. We are returning your samples as you requested. The applicable subheading for Style HNGF will be 6108.31.0010, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for women's knit pajamas of cotton, women’s. The rate of duty will be 8.5% ad valorem. Style #HNGF falls within textile category designation 351. Quota and visa status are the result of international agreements that are subject to frequent renegotiations and changes. To obtain the most current information as to whether quota and visa requirements apply to this merchandise, we suggest that you check, close to the time of shipment, the “Textile Status Report for Absolute Quotas” available at our web site at www.cbp.gov. In addition, you will find current information on textile import quotas, textile safeguard actions and related issues at the web site of the Office of Textiles and Apparel, at otexa.ita.doc.gov. 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 Angela De Gaetano at 646-733-3052. Sincerely, Robert B. Swierupski Director, National Commodity Specialist Division