The tariff classification of three women's woven upper bodygarments manufactured in China and Hong Kong

PD A88686 November 18, 1996 CLA-2-62-CL:FO:CB:I20 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 6206.30.3040, 6211.42.0056 Mr. Philip Kwok, CHB BALtrans USA, Inc. 700 Rockaway Turnpike Lawrence, NY 11559 RE: The tariff classification of three women's woven upper body garments manufactured in China and Hong Kong Dear Mr. Kwok: In your letter dated October 17, 1996, you requested a tariff classification ruling on behalf of Kazu Apparel Group, Inc., of New York, New York. The submitted samples, designated style numbers 72075603, 71075506 and 71075605 in misses sizes, and 72075603P, 71075506P and 71075605P, respectively, in petite sizes, are women's sleeveless upper body garments manufactured from a 100% cotton woven fabric. Style number 72075603/72075603P, which measures two and three-quarter inches at the tops of the shoulders, features a full rear opening secured by six shell buttons, capped armholes, a round neckline, one inch side vents, and a straight, hemmed bottom. Style number 71075506/71075506P, which measures two and one-half inches at the tops of the shoulders, features a full rear opening secured by six plastic buttons and a single metal snap fastener at the top, faced armholes, a round neckline, two one and one-half inch side vents on each side, and a straight, hemmed bottom. Style number 71075605/71075605P, which measures two and one-quarter inches at the tops of the shoulders, features a full rear opening secured by six plastic buttons, faced armholes, a bateau neckline, two one and one-half inch side vents on each side, and a straight, hemmed bottom. The applicable subheading for style numbers 72075603/72075603P and 71075506/71075506P is 6206.30.3040, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for other women's blouses, shirts and shirt-blouses, of cotton. The applicable rate of duty is 16.2%, ad valorem. The applicable HTS subheading for style number 71075605/71075605P is 6211.42.0056, which provides for other women's or girls' blouses, shirts and shirt-blouses, sleeveless tank styles and similar upper body garments, excluded from heading 6206. The applicable rate of duty is 8.5%, ad valorem. All of the garments fall within textile category designation 341. Based on international textile trade agreements, products of China and Hong Kong are subject to quota and 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. 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 (Restraint 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 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. Sincerely, John M. Regan Service Port Director Port of Cleveland Enclosure