The tariff classification of purse from China/Hong Kong.
Issued February 13, 2001 by U.S. Customs and Border Protection.
Tariff classification
HTS codes: 4202.22.7000
Headings: 4202
Product description
The interior is lined and consists of a single compartment with no additional features. The top opening is secured by a flap with a hook and loop closure. The flap conceals a zippered pocket on the front exterior.
CBP rationale
The applicable subheading for this product will be 4202.22.7000, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for handbags, whether or not with shoulder strap…containing 85 percent or more by weight of silk or silk waste.
Full text
NY G86849 February 13, 2001 CLA-2-42:RR:NC:N3:341 G86849 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 4202.22.7000 Ms. Victoria C. Howell Tigli Talc 3020 Bridgeway, #366 Sausalito, CA 94965 RE: The tariff classification of purse from China/Hong Kong. Dear Ms. Howell: In your letter dated February 6th, 2001, you requested a ruling on tariff classification. The sample submitted with your request is a clutch purse that is made of an exterior surface of 100% silk textile material. The interior is lined and consists of a single compartment with no additional features. The top opening is secured by a flap with a hook and loop closure. The flap conceals a zippered pocket on the front exterior. The applicable subheading for this product will be 4202.22.7000, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for handbags, whether or not with shoulder strap…containing 85 percent or more by weight of silk or silk waste. The general rate of duty will be 7 percent ad valorem. Your sample is being returned as requested. 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
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