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The tariff classification of a cosmetic bag from China.
Issued September 4, 1997 by U.S. Customs and Border Protection.
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Tariff classification
HTS codes: 4202.92.4500
Headings: 4202
Product description
The bag is essentially of PVC plastic sheeting. It measures approximately 6 1/4"(W) x 5 1/4" with a top zippered closure. You have indicated that the intended use for the bag is to contain "Bath & Body Works" products after importation. Your sample is being returned as you requested.
CBP rationale
The applicable subheading for PO# 704454, the cosmetic bag of PVC plastic sheeting, will be 4202.92.4500, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for travel, sports and similar bags, with outer surface of sheeting of plastic or of textile materials, other.
Full text
NY B88583 September 4, 1997 CLA-2-42:RR:NC:TA:341 B88583 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 4202.92.4500 Ms. Kristen Gibson Bath & Body Works 7 Limited Parkway East Reynoldsburg, OH 43068 RE: The tariff classification of a cosmetic bag from China. Dear Ms. Gibson: In your letter dated August 7, 1997, you requested a classification ruling for a cosmetic bag. The sample submitted, identified as PO# 704454, is a cosmetic bag manufactured of nylon mesh material and Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) plastic sheeting material. The bag is essentially of PVC plastic sheeting. It measures approximately 6 1/4"(W) x 5 1/4" with a top zippered closure. You have indicated that the intended use for the bag is to contain "Bath & Body Works" products after importation. Your sample is being returned as you requested. The applicable subheading for PO# 704454, the cosmetic bag of PVC plastic sheeting, will be 4202.92.4500, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for travel, sports and similar bags, with outer surface of sheeting of plastic or of textile materials, other. The duty rate will be 20 percent ad valorem. 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 Kevin Gorman at 212-466-5893. Sincerely, Paul K. Schwartz Chief, Textiles & Apparel Branch National Commodity Specialist Division
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