The tariff classification of a toiletry bag from China

N238875 March 15, 2013 CLA-2-42:OT:RR:NC:N4:441 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 4202.92.4500 Troy Clarke CBT International, Inc. 249 East Ocean Blvd, Suite 650 Long Beach, CA 90802 RE: The tariff classification of a toiletry bag from China Dear Mr. Clarke: In your letter dated February 19, 2013, you requested a tariff classification ruling. You have submitted a sample which we are returning to you. The sample, which was submitted without a style number, is a toiletry bag constructed with an outer surface of plastic sheeting. The bag is designed and sized to provide storage, protection, portability, and organization to cosmetics, toiletries and similar personal effects during travel. It has a textile-lined interior compartment and a zipper closure at the top. The toiletry bag measures approximately 9.25” (W) x 8.5” (H) x 2.5” (D). The applicable subheading for the toiletry bag will be 4202.92.4500, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS), which provides for travel, sports, and similar bags, with outer surface of sheeting of plastic or of textile materials, other. The rate of duty will be 20 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