The tariff classification of a dog bed and bag from China

NY M86334 September 11, 2006 CLA-2-63:RR:NC:N3:351 M86334 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 6307.90.9889 Jacky Courtney Phoenix International Freight Services, Ltd. 1512 Interstate Drive Erlanger, KY 41018-3179 RE: The tariff classification of a dog bed and bag from China Dear Ms. Courtney: In your letter dated September 1, 2006, you requested a tariff classification ruling on behalf of your client, Vintage Floral Imports, of Mason, OH. The submitted sample is identified as a traveling dog bed. It is quilted and measures approximately 38” x 32”. You state that it is made of polyester fiber and rolls up like a sleeping bag. It comes in a nylon carrying bag that is secured with an adjustable cord. You indicate that it will be imported and sold in three sizes: small, medium, and large. The applicable subheading for the dog bed and bag 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 sample 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