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The tariff classification of a tote/travel bag from China.
Issued June 20, 2001 by U.S. Customs and Border Protection.
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Tariff classification
HTS codes: 4202.92.4500
Headings: 4202
Product description
The interior is unlined and consists of a single compartment with no additional features. A full-length zippered closure secures the top opening. Two carry handles are permanently attached to the bag.
CBP rationale
The applicable subheading for this product will be 4202.92.4500, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for travel, sports, and similar bags, other.
Full text
NY H81853 June 20, 2001 CLA-2-42:RR:NC:N3:341 H81853 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 4202.92.4500 Ms. Marta De La Cuesta Sherry Manufacturing Company, Inc. 3287 NW 65th Street Miami, FL 33147 RE: The tariff classification of a tote/travel bag from China. Dear Ms. De La Cuesta: In your letter dated June 7th, 2001, you requested a ruling on tariff classification. The sample submitted with your request, style #231, is a travel/tote bag that is made of an exterior surface of sheeting of plastic. The interior is unlined and consists of a single compartment with no additional features. A full-length zippered closure secures the top opening. Two carry handles are permanently attached to the bag. The applicable subheading for this product will be 4202.92.4500, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for travel, sports, and similar bags, other. The general rate of duty will be 20 percent ad valorem. 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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