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The tariff classification of a woman's top from Hong Kong
Issued September 25, 1996 by U.S. Customs and Border Protection.
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Tariff classification
HTS codes: 6114.20.0010
Headings: 6114
Product description
The submitted sample, style 52471, is a woman's top constructed from 100% cotton knit fabric. The garment features a v-shape neckline, 1 1/2-inch straps and a fitted bodice. The garment does not reach the waist. Your sample will be returned as requested.
CBP rationale
The applicable subheading for the top will be 6114.20.0010, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for other garments, knitted or crocheted: of cotton: women's or girls'.
Full text
PD B88656 September 25, 1996 CLA-2-61:LA:S:T:1:2:I23 B88656 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 6114.20.0010 Mr. Ralph Martinez Import Manager One Step Up 1407 Broadway, Suite 3205 New York, New York 10018 RE: The tariff classification of a woman's top from Hong Kong Dear Mr. Martinez: In your letter dated September 9, 1997, you requested a tariff classification ruling. The submitted sample, style 52471, is a woman's top constructed from 100% cotton knit fabric. The garment features a v-shape neckline, 1 1/2-inch straps and a fitted bodice. The garment does not reach the waist. Your sample will be returned as requested. The applicable subheading for the top will be 6114.20.0010, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for other garments, knitted or crocheted: of cotton: women's or girls'. The rate of duty will be 11.3% ad valorem. The garment falls within textile category designation 339. As a product of Hong Kong, this merchandise is subject to a visa requirement and quota restraints based upon international textile trade agreements. 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 this ruling letter or the control number indicated above should be provided with the entry documents filed at the time this merchandise is imported. Sincerely, Irene Jankov Port Director Los Angeles-Long Beach
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