The tariff classification of a dyed100% filament polyester warp knit fabric from China.

NY K89449 September 30, 2004 CLA-2-60:RR:NC:TA:352 K89449 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 6005.32.0080 Ms. Susan Xu DiDi International, Inc. 724 N. Bel Aire Terrace Palatine, IL 60074 RE: The tariff classification of a dyed100% filament polyester warp knit fabric from China. Dear Ms. Xu: In your letter dated September 8, 2004 you requested a classification ruling. The submitted sample, designated as style HJ-2010, is a dyed warp knit fabric composed of 100% filament polyester. This tricot fabric weighs 90 g/m2, and will be imported in 150 centimeter widths. Your correspondence indicates that this product will be used in the manufacture of graduation gowns. The applicable subheading for the dyed warp knit fabric will be 6005.32.0080, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for warp knit fabrics (including those made on gallon knitting machines), other than those of headings 6001 to 6004, of synthetic fibers, dyed, other, other. The duty rate will be 10 percent ad valorem. This warp knit fabric falls within textile category designation 222. Based upon international textile trade agreements products of China are subject to quota restraints. 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 Textile Status Report for Absolute Quotas, which is available at our Web site at www.cbp.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 Alan Tytelman at 646-733-3045. Sincerely, Robert B. Swierupski Director, National Commodity Specialist Division