G88370 G8 Ruling Active

The tariff classification of boys’ swim shorts from China

Issued March 14, 2001 by U.S. Customs and Border Protection.

Tariff classification

HTS codes: 6211.11.1020

Headings: 6211

Product description

The fabric of the garment features an American flag design. The garment features two side seam pockets with interior mesh pocket lining, an interior knit mesh liner, and an elasticized waistband with a fully functional drawcord.

CBP rationale

The applicable subheading for style S/101558 will be 6211.11.1020, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for track suits, ski-suits and swimwear; other garments, swimwear, men’s or boys’, of man-made fibers, boys’.

Full text

NY G88370 March 14, 2001 CLA-2-62:RR:NC:WA:355 G88370 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 6211.11.1020 Mr. Brett Ian Harris Grunfeld, Desiderio, Lebowitz, Silverman & Kelstadt, LLP 245 Park Avenue, 33rd floor New York, NY 10167-3397 RE: The tariff classification of boys’ swim shorts from China Dear Mr. Harris: In your letter dated March 9, 2001, you requested a classification ruling on behalf of Crystal Apparel Ltd. A sample of style S/101558, described as boys’ woven swim trunk was submitted and will be returned. The fabric of the garment features an American flag design. The garment features two side seam pockets with interior mesh pocket lining, an interior knit mesh liner, and an elasticized waistband with a fully functional drawcord. The applicable subheading for style S/101558 will be 6211.11.1020, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for track suits, ski-suits and swimwear; other garments, swimwear, men’s or boys’, of man-made fibers, boys’. The duty rate will be 28.3 percent ad valorem. Style S/101558 falls within textile category designation 659. 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 Camille Ferraro at 212-637-7082. Sincerely, Robert B. Swierupski Director, National Commodity Specialist Division

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