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

NY M83010 May 9, 2006 CLA-2-61:RR:NC:N3:359 M83010 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 6110.30.3057; 6110.30.3059 Ms. Patty Kittel Associated Merchandising Corporation 33 South 6th Street Mail Stop 3315 Minneapolis, MN 55402 RE: The tariff classification of women’s knitted garments from China; applicability of HTSUS Chapter 61 Statistical Note 6 Dear Ms. Kittel: This replaces Ruling Number M81438, dated April 19, 2006, which contained a typographical error pertaining to the classification of style BD7216. A complete corrected ruling follows. In your letter dated March 21,2006 you requested a classification ruling. Following are description(s) of the sample(s) that you have submitted and the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS) provision(s) that apply. Style Number: PBD8104 Garment Description: cardigan constructed from 80% acrylic, 20% nylon knit fabric. The garment has a round neckline, long sleeves, and a full front opening with eight button closures. HTSUS Chapter 61 Statistical Note 3 Stitch Count: more than 9 stitches HTSUS Chapter 61 Statistical Note 6 Stitch Count: not applicable Component Construction: capping is not knit to shape HTSUS Number: 6110.30.3059 Textile Category Number: 639 Style Number: BD8135 Garment Description: pullover constructed from 80% acrylic, 20% nylon knit fabric. The garment has a straight neckline and long sleeves. HTSUS Chapter 61 Statistical Note 3 Stitch Count: more than 9 HTSUS Chapter 61 Statistical Note 6 Stitch Count: less than 18 Component Construction: all components knit to shape and linked and looped together HTSUS Number: 6110.30.3057 Textile Category Number: 639 Style Number: PBD8105 Garment Description: pullover constructed from 80% acrylic, 20% nylon knit fabric HTSUS Chapter 61 Statistical Note 3 Stitch Count: more than 9 HTSUS Chapter 61 Statistical Note 6 Stitch Count: not applicable Component Construction: capping not knit to shape HTSUS Number: 6110.30.3059 Textile Category Number: 639 Style Number: BD8000C Garment Description: pullover constructed from 80% acrylic, 20% nylon knit fabric. The garment has a V-shaped neckline and long sleeves. HTSUS Chapter 61 Statistical Note 3 Stitch Count: more than 9 HTSUS Chapter 61 Statistical Note 6 Stitch Count: not applicable Component Construction: capping not knit to shape HTSUS Number: 6110.30.3059 Textile Category Number: 639 Style Number: BD7216 Garment Description: pullover constructed from 80% acrylic, 20% nylon knit fabric. The garment has a V-shaped neckline and long sleeves. HTSUS Chapter 61 Statistical Note 3 Stitch Count: more than 9 HTSUS Chapter 61 Statistical Note 6 Stitch Count: less than 18 Component Construction: all components knit to shape and linked and looped together HTSUS Number: 6110.30.3057 Textile Category Number: 639 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