The tariff classification of a compressed washcloth from China.

NY L89932 February 8, 2006 CLA-2-63:RR:NC:N3:349 L89932 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 6302.60.0030 Mr. Troy D. Crago Atico International USA, Inc. 501 South Andrews Avenue Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33301 RE: The tariff classification of a compressed washcloth from China. Dear Mr. Crago: In your letter dated January 23, 2006 you requested a classification ruling. Item number C062BA05380 “Magic Towel” is a compressed washcloth. Samples of the washcloth in its compressed form and opened form were submitted with your request. The washcloth is made from 100 percent cotton terry fabric. One side the washcloth has cut loops and the reverse side uncut loops. All four edges are hemmed and the opened washcloth measures 12 inches square. The “Magic Towel” will be compressed into various shapes. The applicable subheading for the washcloth will be 6302.60.0030, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS), which provides for bed linen, table linen, toilet linen and kitchen linen: toilet linen, of terry toweling or similar terry fabrics, of cotton... other. The duty rate will be 9.1 percent ad valorem. Duty rates are provided for your convenience and are subject to change. The text of the most recent HTSUS and the accompanying duty rates are provided on World Wide Web at http://www.usitc.gov/tata/hts/. The washcloth falls within textile category designation 369. 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 John Hansen at 646-733-3043. Sincerely, Robert B. Swierupski Director, National Commodity Specialist Division