The tariff classification of a men's woven vest and woven jacket from Myanmarand Cambodia

PD G80065 August 24, 2000 CLA-2-61-NO:TC I06 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 6211.33.0054; 6201.93.3000; 6201.93.3511 Ms. Sheri G. Lawson P.B.B. Global Logistics 434 Delaware Avenue Buffalo, New York 14202 RE: The tariff classification of a men's woven vest and woven jacket from Myanmar and Cambodia Dear Ms. Lawson: In your letter dated July 25, 2000, you requested a tariff classification ruling on behalf of Ash City Division, GH Imported Merchandise & Sales Limited. Two samples of a men's vest and jacket, having outershells composed of 100% nylon woven fabric coated with polyurethane, were submitted. Each garment also features a knit, mesh, man-made fiber lining; a full frontal opening with a zipper closure extending through the stand-up collar; slanted pockets, with zipper closures, located below the waist; and a hemmed bottom. The jacket also features long, hemmed sleeves. Per your request, your samples are enclosed herewith. The applicable subheading for the vest will be 6211.33.0054, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for track suits, ski-suits and swimwear; other garments: other garments, men's or boys': of man-made fibers: vests: other. The rate of duty will be 16.4 percent ad valorem. If the jacket passes the water resistance test specified in Chapter 62, Additional U.S. Note 2, (HTS), then the applicable subheading for the jacket will be 6201.93.3000, HTS, which provides for men's or boys' anoraks (including ski-jackets), windbreakers and similar articles (including padded, sleeveless jackets), other than those of heading 6203: of man-made fibers: other: other: other: water resistant. The rate of duty will be 7.3 percent ad valorem. If the jacket does not pass the water resistance test specified in Chapter 62, Additional U.S. Note 2, HTS, then the applicable subheading for the jacket will be 6201.93.3511, HTS, which provides for men's or boys' anoraks (including ski-jackets), windbreakers and similar articles (including padded, sleeveless jackets), other than those of heading 6203: of man-made fibers: other: other: other: other: men's. The rate of duty will be 28.4 percent ad valorem. The vest falls within textile category designation 659. Based upon international textile trade agreements, products of Cambodia are subject to the requirement of a visa. The jacket falls within textile category designation 634. Based upon international textile trade agreements, the jacket from Myanmar is not presently subject to quota restraints or visa requirements. 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 the ruling or the control number indicated above should be provided with the entry documents filed at the time this merchandise is imported. Sincerely, Joseph O'Gorman Acting Port Director New Orleans, Louisiana