The tariff classification of pet carriers from China.

NY G83725 December 21, 2000 CLA-2-42:RR:NC:341:G83725 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 4202.92.9060; 4202.92.6091 Mr. Mike C.W. Louie Million Time Industrial Limited Flat A, 2/Fl., Yue Lam Factory Bldg 32-40 Kwai Ting Rd. Kwai Chung New Territories, Hong Kong RE: The tariff classification of pet carriers from China. Dear Mr. Louie: In your letter dated October 20th, 2000 you requested a classification ruling. The samples submitted with your request are pet carriers that are designed to be worn on the front of the person. The bottom panel of each carrier is reinforced with a pad and adjustable shoulder straps are incorporated on each carrier. Style #43640(L) is made of 100% cotton denim and the front opening is secured by a zippered closure. Item #74459(S) is made of 100% nylon and the top opening is secured by a drawstring closure. Item #76893(S) is made of vinyl mesh textile material and the top opening is secured by a drawstring closure. The applicable subheading for item #74459(S), and #76893(S) will be 4202.92.9026, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for trunks, suitcases, vanity cases…with outer surface of textile materials, other, other, of man-made fibers. The duty rate will be 18.6% ad valorem. Items classifiable under HTS subheading 4202.92.9060 fall within textile category designation 670. Based upon international textile trade agreements products of China are subject to quota and the requirement of a visa. The applicable subheading for item #43640(L) will be 4202.92.6091, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for trunks, suitcases, vanity cases…with outer surface of textile materials…of cotton. The duty rate will be 6.7% ad valorem. Items classifiable under HTS subheading 4202.92.6091 fall within textile category designation 369. Based upon international textile trade agreements products of China 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.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. If you have any questions regarding the ruling, contact National Import Specialist Kevin Gorman at 212-637-7091. Sincerely, Robert B. Swierupski Director, National Commodity Specialist Division