The tariff classification of triathlon suits from Vietnam.

N238303 March 4, 2013 CLA-2-61:OT:RR:NC:N3:348 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 6114.30.3060; 6114.30.3070 Mr. Mike Packard Pearl Izumi USA, Inc. 1886 Prairie Way Louisville, CO 80027 RE: The tariff classification of triathlon suits from Vietnam. Dear Mr. Packard: In your letter dated February 4, 2013, you requested a tariff classification ruling. The samples are being returned to you, as requested. Style 13111405, is a men’s knit triathlon suit. It is a tight-fitting sleeveless bodysuit featuring a partial front zipper closure, oversize armholes, and a padded seat area. There is a small pocket in the lower back section of the suit. The main body of the suit is constructed of 88% nylon and12% elastane knit fabric. The remainder of the garment is constructed of 92% polyester and 8% elastane knit fabric. Style 13211404, is a women’s knit triathlon suit. It is a tight-fitting sleeveless bodysuit featuring a partial front zipper closure, oversize armholes, and a padded seat area. There is a small pocket in the lower back section of the suit. The main body of the suit is constructed of 88% nylon and12% elastane knit fabric. The remainder of the garment is constructed of 92% polyester and 8% elastane knit fabric. The garments are designed for wear when competing in a triathlon, which is a combined swimming, bicycling and running event. The applicable subheading for Style 13111405 will be 6114.30.3060, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS), which provides for Other garments, knitted or crocheted, Of man-made fibers: Other: Men’s or boys’. The rate of duty will be 14.9% ad valorem. The applicable subheading for Style 13211404 will be 6114.30.3070, HTSUS, which provides for Other garments, knitted or crocheted, Of man-made fibers: Other: Women’s or girls’. The rate of duty will be 14.9% 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 classification, contact National Import Specialist Rosemarie Hayward at (646) 733-3064. Sincerely, Thomas J. Russo Director National Commodity Specialist Division