The tariff classification of a woman’s cardigan and pullover from Hong Kong

NY L88184 November 4, 2005 CLA-2-61:RR:NC:TA:359 L88184 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 6110.20.2075 Ms. Bernadette Purcell QVC, Inc. Studio Park 1200 Wilson Drive West Chester, PA 19380-4262 RE: The tariff classification of a woman’s cardigan and pullover from Hong Kong Dear Ms. Purcell: In your letter dated October 13, 2005, you requested a tariff classification ruling. Your samples are being returned as requested. The submitted sample, style number A69749, is comprised of a woman’s cardigan and pullover. The garments are constructed from 95% cotton, 5% spandex, knit fabric. The outer surface of both garments measures more than 9 stitches per 2 centimeters in the horizontal direction. The cardigan features a ribbed mock collar, long sleeves with loose-fitting ribbed cuffs, a full front opening with a zipper closure, and a loose-fitting ribbed bottom. Horizontal overlaid strips are sewn on the front chest. The pullover is piece constructed and features a ribbed V-neckline, short hemmed sleeves, and a hemmed bottom The applicable subheading for the cardigan and the pullover will be 6110.20.2075 Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for sweaters, pullovers…and similar articles, knitted: of cotton: other…other: women’s. The rate of duty will be 16.5% ad valorem. The cardigan and the pullover fall within textile category designation 339. Quota and visa status are the result of international agreements that are subject to frequent renegotiations and changes. To obtain the most current information as to whether quota and visa requirements apply to this merchandise, we suggest that you check, close to the time of shipment, the “Textile Status Report for Absolute Quotas” available at our web site at www.cbp.gov. In addition, you will find current information on textile import quotas, textile safeguard actions and related issues at the web site of the Office of Textiles and Apparel, at otexa.ita.doc.gov. 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 Camille R. Ferraro at 646-733-3049. Sincerely, Robert B. Swierupski Director, National Commodity Specialist Division