The tariff classification of a handbag from China, Vietnam, and Indonesia
Issued February 28, 2003 by U.S. Customs and Border Protection.
Tariff classification
HTS codes: 4202.22.8050
Headings: 4202
Product description
Constructed of 100 percent pile acrylic fiber, the lined bag is secured by two magnets enclosed in gold lame ribbons located on its top. The item also features twin pile carrying handles. The sample will be returned as requested.
CBP rationale
The applicable subheading for the handbag will be 4202.22.8050, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for handbags, whether or not with shoulder strap, including those without handle, with outer surface of textile materials, other, of man-made fibers.
Full text
NY J80912 February 28, 2003 CLA-2-42:RR:NC:3:341 J80912 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 4202.22.8050 Leigh Wang Customs Compliance Specialist The Disney Store, Inc. 101 North Brand Boulevard Suite 1000 Glendale, California 91203-2671 RE: The tariff classification of a handbag from China, Vietnam, and Indonesia Dear Ms. Wang: In your letter dated February 21st, 2003 you requested a tariff classification ruling. The sample submitted, identified as a “Daisy Purse”, is a small girl’s handbag, measuring approximately 8’W x 6”H x 3 ½”D. Constructed of 100 percent pile acrylic fiber, the lined bag is secured by two magnets enclosed in gold lame ribbons located on its top. The item also features twin pile carrying handles. The sample will be returned as requested. The applicable subheading for the handbag will be 4202.22.8050, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for handbags, whether or not with shoulder strap, including those without handle, with outer surface of textile materials, other, of man-made fibers. The rate of duty will be 17.8 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 646-733-3041. Sincerely, Robert B. Swierupski Director, National Commodity Specialist Division
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