The tariff classification of a woman’s top from Hong Kong.

PD E83824 July 15, 1999 CLA-2-61:EPI25 E83824 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 6114.30.1020 Cathy Johnson Import Co-ordinator SPI P.O. Box 58710 Seattle, Was 98138 RE: The tariff classification of a woman’s top from Hong Kong. Dear Ms. Johnson: In your letter dated June 15, 1999 you requested a tariff classification ruling. The garment, Style S151001, is a woman’s top constructed of a 90% nylon, 10% spandex jersey knit fabric. The top is snugfitting and its coverage extends from the top of the bust to the waist, leaving the shoulders and upper back bare. It is secured to the body by eight hook-and-eye fasteners on the back and has lined front panels and a contrasting white nylon mesh back panel. The garment features a beaded trim on the garment’s top edge and a hemmed bottom. The sample submitted for Customs examination will be returned to you under separate cover. The applicable subheading for the top will be 6114.30.1020, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for other garments, knitted or crocheted: of man-made fibers: tops, women’s or girls’. The rate of duty will be 29.1 percent ad valorem. The garment falls within textile category designation 639. Based upon international textile trade agreements, products of Hong Kong are subject to quota and the requirement of a visa. The designated textile and apparel categories and their quota and visa status are the result of international agreements that are subject to frequent renegotiations and changes. To obtain the most current information, we suggest that you check, close to the time of shipment, the U.S. Customs Service Textile Status Report, an internal issuance of the U.S. Customs Service, which is available at the Customs Web Site at WWW.CUSTOMS.USTREAS.GOV. In addition, the designated textile and apparel categories may be subdivided into parts. If so, visa and quota requirements applicable to the subject merchandise may be affected and should also be verified at the time of shipment. 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, Manuel C. Alvarez Acting Service Port Director El Paso, Texas