The tariff classification of socks from China, Vietnam and Japan.

NY M84473 July 21, 2006 CLA-2-61:RR:NC:3:353 M84473 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 6115.93.9020 Ms. Yoon Dyer Hankyu International Transport (USA), Inc. 230-19 Int’l Airport Center Blvd Jamaica, NY 11413 RE: The tariff classification of socks from China, Vietnam and Japan. Dear Ms. Dyer: In your letter dated June 21, 2006, on behalf of Uniqlo USA, Inc., you requested a classification ruling. As requested, the sample will be returned to you. The submitted sample is a Style # 04366F059A/B/C/F below-the-knee length sock; the different suffixes represent different color socks. You state the sock is constructed of woven 100% polyester fleece fabric. However, examination reveals the sample to be of knit construction. It consists of three panels sewn together with a band at the opening to hold the sock in place. The item is the type commonly worn for warmth inside footwear. You will also be importing a Style # 4366F058B/C/F/GT, which is identical to the below-the-knee sock except it will be ankle-length. The applicable subheading for the socks, Style #’s 04366F059A/B/C/F and 4366F058B/C/F/G will be 6115.93.9020, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS), which provides for panty hose, tights, stockings, socks and other hosiery…knitted or crocheted: other: of synthetic fibers: other: other: 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/. Style #’s 4366F058B/C/F/G and 04366F059A/B/C/F fall within textile category designation 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