The tariff classification of tote bags from China

NY M84508 June 29, 2006 CLA-2-42:RR:NC:N3:341 M84508 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 4202.92.3031 Michael Stein Harmonized Custom Brokers, Inc. 221 Sheridan Blvd. Inwood, NY 11096 RE: The tariff classification of tote bags from China Dear Mr. Stein: In your letter dated June 21, 2006, you requested a tariff classification ruling. You submitted two tote bags, both said to be of 100% man-made fibers. Both bags are double-handle shopping bags designed to contain personal effects and accessories during travel. The first is made of an undyed woven fabric with a design and lettering printed on it. It measures 17.5” high and 15.5” across. The second is a blue bag made of spun-bonded non-woven fabric that we assume is not coated in any manner. It measures 15.5” high x 17” across x 11” deep. The applicable subheading for the tote/shopping bags will be 4202.92.3031, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS), which provides for travel, sports and similar bags, with outer surface of textile materials, other, of man-made fibers, other. The duty rate will be 17.6 percent ad valorem. HTS 4202.92.3031 falls within textile category designation 670. 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 www.otexa.ita.doc.gov. 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/. 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 341 at 646-733-3041. Sincerely, Robert B. Swierupski Director, National Commodity Specialist Division