The tariff classification of a laptop computer sleeve

N234546 November 16, 2012 CLA-2-42:OT:RR:NC:N4:441 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 4202.91.0090 Tamra Parks Targus, Inc. 1211 N. Miller Street Anaheim, CA 92806 RE: The tariff classification of a laptop computer sleeve Dear Ms. Parks: In your letter dated October 17, 2012, you requested a tariff classification ruling. Your sample will be returned to you. Item number TES606US is a laptop computer sleeve constructed with an outer surface of leather. It is designed to provide storage, protection, organization, and transportation to a laptop computer. The article has one padded interior storage compartment fitted and shaped to contain one laptop. It lacks additional storage capacity for other articles. The opening of the case has a flap with a loop closure. It measures approximately 13.5" (W) x 10" (H) x 1" (D). The applicable subheading for the laptop computer sleeve will be 4202.91.0090, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS), which provides for other containers and cases, with outer surface of leather, other. The rate of duty will be 4.5 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/. 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 Vikki Lazaro at (646) 733-3041. Sincerely, Thomas J. Russo Director National Commodity Specialist Division