The tariff classification of a sock from China.

NY L87327 October 13, 2005 CLA-2-61:RR:NC:N3:353 L87327 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 6115. 93.9020 Mr./Ms. Ming Sing Chou Vida Enterprise Corp. 249 S. Los Angles St. Los Angeles, CA 90012 RE: The tariff classification of a sock from China. Dear Mr./Ms. Chou: In your letter dated September 12, 2005 you requested a classification ruling. The submitted sample (no style number) is a sock composed of knit acrylic fabric with rubber non-skip dots on a portion of the bottom.   The applicable subheading for the slipper-style socks will be 6115.93.9020, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for "Panty hose, tights, stockings, socks and other hosiery, including stockings for varicose veins, and footwear without applied soles, knitted or crocheted: Other: Of synthetic fibers: Other: Other, Other." The rate of duty will be 14.6% ad valorem. The textile category designation is 632. 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 Kenneth Reidlinger at 646-733-3053. Sincerely, Robert B. Swierupski Director, National Commodity Specialist Division