The tariff classification of two women’s knit cardigans from Hong Kong and China

NY J86074 August 13, 2003 CLA-2-61:RR:NC:TA:359 J86074 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 6110.30.3055 Mr. Richard DeVitto UPS Supply Chain Solutions 500 Rutherford Avenue Charlestown, MA 02129 RE: The tariff classification of two women’s knit cardigans from Hong Kong and China Dear Mr. DeVitto: In your letter dated July 8, 2003, you requested a classification ruling on behalf of Terruride Clothing Company, Natick, Massachusetts. As requested, your samples are being returned to you. You state in your letter that these garments contain bamboo. For purposes of this ruling, we are assuming that what you call bamboo is actually an artificial fiber which is derived from bamboo. Your sample, style T4103 is a woman’s cardigan constructed from 100% bamboo 3x3 rib knit fabric. The outer surface of the garment measures more than nine stitches per two centimeters in the horizontal direction. The garment features a V-shaped neckline, long sleeves with turned up cuffs and a full front zippered opening. Style T4103B is a woman’s cardigan constructed from 65% bamboo, 35% cotton 3x3 rib knit fabric. The outer surface of the garment measures more than nine stitches per two centimeters in the horizontal direction. The garment features a V-shaped neckline, long sleeves with turned up cuffs and a full front zippered opening. The applicable subheading for both cardigans will be 6110.30.3055, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for sweaters, pullovers, sweatshirts, waistcoats (vests) and similar articles, knitted or crocheted: of man-made fibers: other: other: other: other: other: women’s. The duty rate will be 32.2% ad valorem. Please note that separate Federal Trade Commission marking requirements exist regarding country of origin, fiber content, and other information that must appear on many textile items. You should contact the Federal Trade Commission, Division of Enforcement, 6th and Pennsylvania Avenue, N.W., Washington, D.C., 20580, for information on the applicability of these requirements to this item, particularly with regard to the labeling of artificial fibers derived from bamboo. The cardigans fall within textile category designation 639. Based upon international textile trade agreements products of China and Hong Kong 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 Mike Crowley at 646-733-3049. Sincerely, Robert B. Swierupski Director, National Commodity Specialist Division