The tariff classification of a belt from China.
Issued March 18, 2003 by U.S. Customs and Border Protection.
Tariff classification
HTS codes: 6117.80.9540
Headings: 6117
Product description
The sample will be returned to you as requested. The submitted sample, #2317A is a belt made of knit 100% man-made fiber velvet fabric. The ladies belt measures approximately 2” wide and has a metal buckle.
CBP rationale
The applicable subheading for the belt, #2317A will be 6117.80.9540, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for “Other made up clothing accessories…knitted or crocheted…:Other accessories: Other: Other, Of man-made fibers.
Full text
NY J81680 March 18, 2003 CLA-2-61:RR:NC:3:353 J81680 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 6117.80.9540 Mr. Sumira Bhasin Focus on Fashion Inc. 262 W. 38th St., Suite #707 New York, NY 10018 RE: The tariff classification of a belt from China. Dear Mr. Bhasin: In your letter dated March 3, 2003 you requested a classification ruling. The sample will be returned to you as requested. The submitted sample, #2317A is a belt made of knit 100% man-made fiber velvet fabric. The ladies belt measures approximately 2” wide and has a metal buckle. The applicable subheading for the belt, #2317A will be 6117.80.9540, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for “Other made up clothing accessories…knitted or crocheted…:Other accessories: Other: Other, Of man-made fibers.” The duty rate will be 14.7% ad valorem. The belt 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 Kenneth Reidlinger at 646-733-3053. Sincerely, Robert B. Swierupski Director, National Commodity Specialist Division
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