The tariff classification of a headscarf from China.

NY M84204 July 10, 2006 CLA-2-65:RR:NC:3:353 M84204 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 6505.90.2060 Ms. Bobbie Stellner US JHI Corp. 4510 Regent Street, Suite 3 Madison, WI 53705 RE: The tariff classification of a headscarf from China. Dear Ms. Stellner: In your letter dated June 12, 2006, you requested a classification ruling. The submitted sample, Style No. PC8488KG Boutique Kerchief, is constructed of woven 100% cotton twill fabric. The item is a triangular headscarf that measures approximately 17 inches x 13 inches x 13 inches and features a contrasting color self-fabric tie for securing under the chin. The item is designed to be worn on the head, not around the neck. The applicable subheading for the Style No. PC8488KG Boutique Kerchief will be 6505.90.2060, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS), which provides for hats and other headgear, knitted or crocheted, or made up from lace, felt or other textile fabric…whether or not lined or trimmed: Other: Of cotton, flax or both: Not knitted: Certified hand-loomed and folklore products; and headgear of cotton, Other. The duty rate will be 7.5 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/. Style No. PC8488KG Boutique Kerchief falls within textile category designation 359. 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