The tariff classification of women’s knitted garments from China; applicability of HTSUS Chapter 61 Statistical Note 6

NY M82756 May 12, 2006 CLA-2-61:RR:NC:TA:359 M82756 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 6110.20.2077; 6110.20.2079 Ms. Christine R. Marren Charming Shoppes Corporate Exchange 3750 State Road Bensalem, PA 19020 RE: The tariff classification of women’s knitted garments from China; applicability of HTSUS Chapter 61 Statistical Note 6 Dear Ms. Marren: In your letter dated April 25, 2006, you requested a classification ruling. The submitted samples will be returned to you as requested. Following are descriptions of the samples that you have submitted and the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS) provisions that apply. Style Number: 301-3636-00 Garment Description: 60% cotton, 40% acrylic cardigan with long sleeves, a V-neckline and a full front opening secured by six buttons HTSUS Chapter 61 Statistical Note 3 Stitch Count: over 9 stitches HTSUS Chapter 61 Statistical Note 6 Stitch Count: under 18 stitches Component Construction: front and back panels show partial lines of demarcation, neckband not knit to shape. Garment is not knit to shape. HTSUS Number: 6110.20.2079 Textile Category Number: 339 Style Number: 301-3637-00 Garment Description: 60% cotton, 40% acrylic pullover with square neckline, short sleeves HTSUS Chapter 61 Statistical Note 3 Stitch Count: over 9 stitches HTSUS Chapter 61 Statistical Note 6 Stitch Count: under 18 stitches Component Construction: front and back panels show partial lines of demarcation, neckband not knit to shape. Garment is not knit to shape. HTSUS Number: 6110.20.2079 Textile Category Number: 339 Style Number: 301-3651-00 Garment Description: 85% cotton, 15% lurex long sleeved pullover with a crew neck and side vents HTSUS Chapter 61 Statistical Note 3 Stitch Count: over 9 stitches HTSUS Chapter 61 Statistical Note 6 Stitch Count: under 18 stitches Component Construction: All components are knit to shape and assembled by linking or looping. HTSUS Number:6110.20.2077 Textile Category Number: 339 Style Number: 301-3624-00 Garment Description: 100% cotton long sleeved cardigan with a V-neckline, two pockets below the waist and a full front zippered opening HTSUS Chapter 61 Statistical Note 3 Stitch Count: over 9 stitches HTSUS Chapter 61 Statistical Note 6 Stitch Count: under 18 stitches Component Construction: Back panel show partial lines of demarcation, cardigan placket not knit to shape, placket facing not knit to shape, must be cut into two pieces. Garment is not knit to shape. HTSUS Number: 6110.20.2079 Textile Category Number: 339 Style Number: 301-3625-00 Garment Description: 100% cotton pullover with short sleeves and a V-neckline HTSUS Chapter 61 Statistical Note 3 Stitch Count: over 9 stitches HTSUS Chapter 61 Statistical Note 6 Stitch Count: under 18 stitches Component Construction: capping not knit to shape, back panel has incomplete lines of demarcation. Garment is not knit to shape. HTSUS Number: 6110.20.2079 Textile Category Number: 339 To view the tariff language and current duty rates that correspond to these HTSUS provisions, please refer to the text of the most recent HTSUS, which is available on the World Wide Web at http://www.usitc.gov/tata/hts/. 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). The holding set forth above applies only to the specific factual situation and merchandise as identified in the ruling request. This position is clearly set forth in 19 CFR 177.9(b)(1) which states that a ruling letter is issued on the assumption that all of the information furnished in connection with the ruling request and incorporated therein, either directly, by reference, or by implication, is accurate and complete in every material respect. The merchandise, in its condition as imported into the United States, should conform to the facts and the description as set forth both in the ruling request and in this ruling. In the event that the facts or merchandise are modified in any way, this should be brought to the attention of Customs officials. The issuance of this ruling does not preclude periodic verification by Customs at the time of importation. 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 Ferraro at 646-733-3049. Sincerely, Robert B. Swierupski Director, National Commodity Specialist Division