The tariff classification of a macramé belt from China.
Issued November 27, 2002 by U.S. Customs and Border Protection.
Tariff classification
HTS codes: 6217.10.9510
Headings: 6217
Product description
The submitted sample is Style 55167 Belt is stated to be made of “cotton cord.” Examination of the belt reveals that it is constructed of knotted macramé lace, which is considered a textile fabric. The belt features wooden beads, tassels at one end, and a round plastic attachment at the other.
CBP rationale
The applicable subheading for the Style 55167 Belt will be 6217.10.9510, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for “Other made up clothing accessories; parts of garments or of clothing accessories, other than those of heading 6212: Accessories: Other: Other, Of cotton.
Full text
NY I88226 November 27, 2002 CLA-2-61:RR:NC:3:353 I88226 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 6217.10.9510 Ms. Joanne Balice CBI Distributing Corp. Claire’s Accessories 2400 W. Central Rd. Hoffman Estates, IL 60195 RE: The tariff classification of a macramé belt from China. Dear Ms. Balice: In your letter dated November 1, 2002 you requested a classification ruling. The submitted sample is Style 55167 Belt is stated to be made of “cotton cord.” Examination of the belt reveals that it is constructed of knotted macramé lace, which is considered a textile fabric. The belt features wooden beads, tassels at one end, and a round plastic attachment at the other. The applicable subheading for the Style 55167 Belt will be 6217.10.9510, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for “Other made up clothing accessories; parts of garments or of clothing accessories, other than those of heading 6212: Accessories: Other: Other, Of cotton.” The duty rate will be 14.8% ad valorem. The Style 55167 Belt falls within textile category designation 359. 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 Kenneth Reidlinger at 646-733-3053. Sincerely, Robert B. Swierupski Director, National Commodity Specialist Division
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