The tariff classification of three women’s pullovers from various countries

NY L86418 August 2, 2005 CLA-2-61:RR:NC:TA:359 L86418 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 6110.20.2075 Ms. Yvonne M. Whitley The Millwork Trading Co., Ltd. 1372 Broadway, 2nd Floor New York, NY 10018 RE: The tariff classification of three women’s pullovers from various countries Dear Ms. Whitley: In your letter dated July 20, 2005, you requested a tariff classification ruling. Your samples are being returned as requested. You submitted three samples of women’s knit pullovers. The outer surface of the pullovers measures more than 9 stitches per 2 centimeters in the horizontal direction. Style number H2902S6 is constructed from 60% cotton, 40% cotton, double-knit fabric. The garment features a round scallop neckline, short sleeves with a scallop finish, and a hemmed bottom. The country of origin is Lesotho. Style number F3740S6 is constructed from 100% cotton, rib knit fabric. The garment features a crew neckline, short hemmed sleeves, and a hemmed bottom. An embroidered floral design with beads is on the front in the chest area. The country of origin is India. Style number H2715S6 is constructed from 60% cotton, 40% polyester, double-knit fabric. The garment features a double ribbed neckline, shoulder pads, side slits, and a hemmed bottom. The country of origin is Lesotho. The applicable subheading for each of the three pullovers will be 6110.20.2075, Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for pullovers, knitted: of cotton: other…other: women’s. The rate of duty will be 16.5% ad valorem. Each of the three pullovers falls within textile category designation 339. 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 Camille R. Ferraro at 646-733-3049. Sincerely, Robert B. Swierupski Director, National Commodity Specialist Division