The tariff classification of decorative braid from Japan.

NY 866205 August 26, 1991 CLA-2-58:S:N:N3H:351: 866205 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 5808.10.3010 Ms. Jane Contrabasso Rennoc Corporation 3501 S.E. Boulevard Vineland, N.J. 08360-7789 RE: The tariff classification of decorative braid from Japan. Dear Ms. Contrabasso: In your letter dated August 13, 1991, you requested a tariff classification ruling. You have submitted a sample piece of ornamental braid and a catalog which shows how the braid will be used as decorative trimming on your Rennoc style Christmas stockings. The material is made from 90% rayon and 10% metallic yarns, and it measures 5/16 inch in width. The center portion of the material is a 1/8 inch wide flat braid partially made of metallic yarns. Red and green looped yarns, which are part of the braided construction, decorate the edges of the flat braid. We assume that the braid will be imported in the piece. The applicable subheading for the braid will be 5808.10.3010, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for braids in the piece, other,.., of man-made fibers. The rate of duty will be 8.4 percent ad valorem. The braid falls within textile category designation 229. Based upon international textile trade agreements, products of Japan are subject to the requirement of a visa. The designated textile and apparel category may be subdivided into parts. If so, visa and quota requirements applicable to the subject merchandise may be affected. Since part categories are the result of international bilateral agreements which are subject to frequent renegotiations and changes, to obtain the most current information available, we suggest that you check, close to the time of shipment, the Status Report On Current Import Quotas (Restraints Levels), an internal issuance of the U.S. Customs Service, which is available for inspection at your local Customs office. This ruling is being issued under the provisions of Section 177 of the Customs Regulations (19 C.F.R. 177). A copy of this ruling letter should be attached to the entry documents filed at the time this merchandise is imported. If the documents have been filed without a copy, this ruling should be brought to the attention of the Customs officer handling the transaction. Sincerely, Jean F. Maguire Area Director New York Seaport