The tariff classification of handbags from China.

NY G84650 November 29, 2000 CLA-2-42:RR:NC:341:G84650 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 4202.22.8050; 4202.22.4500 Ms. Swapna Venkateswaran Esprit 900 Minnesota Street San Francisco, CA 94107 RE: The tariff classification of handbags from China. Dear Ms. Venkateswaran: In your letter dated September 27th, 2000 you requested a classification ruling. The samples submitted with your request, "Napoli Top Zip Bags", are handbags. The two samples submitted are identical in design. Both have braided shoulder straps, a bottom panel of fabric backed sheeting of plastic, and double compartment interiors, one of which is secured by a snap closure, the other by a full-width zippered closure. Style 7501674(A) has an exterior surface of textile material comprised of 54% cotton and 46% polypropylene. Style 7501674(B) has an exterior surface of textile material of polypropylene. The applicable subheading for 7501674(A) will be 4202.22.4500, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for handbags, whether or not with shoulder strap…of cotton. The duty rate will be 6.7% ad valorem. Items classifiable under HTS subheading 4202.22.4500 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 applicable subheading for 7501674(B) will be 4202.22.8050, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for handbags, whether or not with shoulder strap…other, other, other, of man-made fibers. The duty rate will be 18.6% ad valorem. Items classifiable under HTS subheading 4202.22.8050 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 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). Your samples are being returned as requested. 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