The tariff classification of leg fuzzies from China.

NY M80280 February 16, 2006 CLA-2-61:RR:NC:3:353 M80280 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 6117.80.9540 Mr. Lane Fragomeli Paper Magic Group 345 Seventh Avenue 6th Floor New York, NY 10001 RE: The tariff classification of leg fuzzies from China. Dear Mr. Fragomeli: In your letter dated January 28, 2006, you requested a classification ruling. As requested, the sample will be returned to you. The submitted sample style 6808635 (orange) leg fuzzies is constructed of polyester plush with a sequin trim on the top of the item. The leg fuzzies in their imported condition are not costumes, but a decorative clothing accessory for the lower leg. The item is made for children (one size fits all) and are also imported in the following styles and colors: 6808635 (pink), 6808636 (green) and 6808638 (blue). The applicable subheading for the leg fuzzies will be 6117.80.9540, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS), which provides for other made up clothing accessories, knitted or crocheted; knitted or crocheted parts of garments or of clothing accessories: other accessories: other: other, of man-made fibers: other. The duty rate will be 14.6 percent ad valorem. Duty rates are provided for your convenience and are subject to change. The text of the most recent HTSUS and the accompanying duty rates are provided on World Wide Web at http://www.usitc.gov/tata/hts/. All styles fall within textile category designation 659. 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