The tariff classification of two women’s novelty garments from China

N075823 October 9, 2009 CLA-2-61:OT:RR:NC:TA:361 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 6114.30.3070 Mr. Anthony LoPresti S.J. Stile Associates Ltd. 181 South Franklin Avenue Valley Stream, NY 11581 RE: The tariff classification of two women’s novelty garments from China Dear Mr. LoPresti: In your letter dated September 2, 2009, you requested a classification ruling on behalf of your client Cherry Stix Ltd. The submitted sample, Style 5059 BLK, is constructed of 90% nylon and 10% spandex mesh knit fabric. The novelty apron extends from above the bust to just below the waist. It has a padded, underwire bra top with a bow and a hook closure in the back; adjustable shoulder straps trimmed with ruffles; a tie closure at the waist; two patch pockets trimmed with ruffles and a bow below the waist; an all over knit floral design; a double layer of ruffles at the bottom; and no back coverage. The submitted sample, Style 5036 LBLK, is constructed of 90% nylon and 10% spandex mesh knit fabric. The novelty apron extends from above the bust to just below the waist. It has a padded, underwire bra top with a bow and a hook closure in the back; adjustable shoulder straps trimmed with ruffles; a tie closure at the waist; two patch pockets trimmed with ruffles and a bow below the waist; an all over knit heart design; a double layer of ruffles at the bottom; and no back coverage. In your letter you ask whether there are any quota restrictions. There are no quota restrictions for this HTSUS number at this time. For the most current information on textile quota/visa requirements, please refer to the web site of the Office of Textiles and Apparel of the Department of Commerce at otexa.ita.doc.gov. The applicable subheading for both styles will be 6114.30.3070, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS), which provides for "Other garments, knitted or crocheted: Of man-made fibers: Other, Other, Women’s or girls’." The rate of duty will be 14.9% 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 Peggy Fitzgerald at 646-733-3052. Sincerely, Robert B. Swierupski Director National Commodity Specialist Division