The tariff classification of a sling bag from China

N061326 June 10, 2009 CLA-2-42:OT:RR:NC:N4:441 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 4202.92.3031 Lisa R. Collier Brand Science P.O. Box 740 313 E. Meeting Dandridge, TN 37725 RE: The tariff classification of a sling bag from China Dear Ms. Collier: In your letter dated May 12, 2009, you requested a tariff classification ruling. Your sample is being retained by our office. Style 7843 is a tubular-shaped sling bag constructed with an outer surface of 100% man-made textile material. The bag is designed to provide storage, protection, organization and portability to yoga accessories and other personal effects during travel. It has a textile-lined storage compartment with a drawstring opening at one end. The bag also has an adjustable shoulder strap across the entire length and zippered pocket on the exterior. It measures approximately 27” (L) x 7” in diameter. The applicable subheading for style 7843 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. 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 Vikki Lazaro at (646) 733-3041. Sincerely, Robert B. Swierupski Director National Commodity Specialist Division