The tariff classification of a sleeveless pullover for ladies’ wear from China

NY M83705 June 1, 2006 CLA-2-61:RR:NC:TA:359 M83705 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 6110.30.3059 Jen Ruiz Desert Rose Group 250 W. 39 Street, Suite 300 New York, NY 10018 RE: The tariff classification of a sleeveless pullover for ladies’ wear from China Dear Ms. Ruiz: In your letter dated May 4, 2006 you requested a classification ruling. Submitted style S532, manufactured from jersey fabric of 62% rayon/38% nylon, is styled by a high neckline and by a crocheted panel. As you have requested, the sample garment and its accompanying component parts are being returned. Because the styled panel is crocheted and because it was attached to remainder of the garment by means of sewing, the applicable subheading for it will be 6110.30.3059, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS), which provides for sweaters, pullovers…knitted…of man-made fibers, other, other, other, other, other, women’s…, other. The duty rate will be 32 per cent 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 pullover falls within textile category designation 639. 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 Ferraro at 646-733-3049. Sincerely, Robert B. Swierupski Director, National Commodity Specialist Division