The tariff classification of a men’s knit vest from Malaysia. Dear Ms. Malina:

NY F87260 June 23, 2000 CLA-2-61:RR:NC:TA:N3:356 F87260 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 6110.20.2030 Ms. Carolyn B. Malina Lands’ End, Inc. 1 Lands’ End Lane Dodgeville, WI 53595 RE: The tariff classification of a men’s knit vest from Malaysia. Dear Ms. Malina: In your letter, dated May 22, 2000, you requested a tariff classification ruling. As requested, your sample will be returned. Style 66705 is a men’s vest constructed from 85 percent cotton, 15 percent polyester, finely knit fabric that is napped on the inside surface. Style 66705 features a self-fabric hood; oversized armholes; a full front opening with a zippered closure; pouch pockets below the waist; and a rib knit bottom. The armholes are finished with rib knit edging. The applicable subheading for Style 66705 will be 6110.20.2030, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States, (HTS), which provides for: sweaters, pullovers, sweatshirts, waistcoats (vests) and similar articles, knitted or crocheted: of cotton: other: vests, other than sweater vests: men’s or boys’. The duty rate will be 18.2 percent ad valorem. Style 66705 falls within textile category designation 359. Based upon international textile trade agreements, products of Malaysia are subject to visa requirements and quota restraints. 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.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 this ruling letter or the control number listed above should be provided with the entry documents filed at the time this merchandise is imported. If you have any questions regarding this ruling, contact National Import Specialist Mary Ryan at 212-637-7081. Sincerely, Robert B. Swierupski Director, National Commodity Specialist Division