The tariff classification of crocheted baskets from China

NY M82818 May 10, 2006 CLA-2-63:RR:NC:N3:351 M82818 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 6307.90.9889 Francine Marcoux Hampton Direct Inc. P.O. Box 1199 Williston, VT 05495 RE: The tariff classification of crocheted baskets from China Dear Ms. Marcoux: In your letter dated May 2, 2006, you requested a tariff classification ruling. The submitted samples are identified as “Crocheted Oval Baskets” (Item #56050). You state that they are constructed of 100% cotton. One basket measures approximately 9”L x 6½”W x 2 ½”H and the other measures approximately 6½”L x 5”W x 2”H. The baskets are functional and not merely decorative. They appear to be formed from crocheted fabric. The applicable subheading for the crocheted oval baskets will be 6307.90.9889, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS), which provides for other made up textile articles, other. The rate of duty will be 7% 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/. The samples will be returned as requested. 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 Mitchel Bayer at 646-733-3102. Sincerely, Robert B. Swierupski Director, National Commodity Specialist Division