The tariff classification of a woman’s romper from China

N133396 December 15, 2010 CLA-2-61:OT:RR:NC:TA:361 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 6114.30.3030 Ms. Vicky Lee J.Crew Group, Inc. 770 Broadway, 11th floor NY, NY 10003 RE: The tariff classification of a woman’s romper from China Dear Ms. Lee: In your letter dated November 17, 2010 you requested a classification ruling. The submitted sample, style D701338, is a woman’s romper. The upper portion is constructed from 80 percent polyester and 20 percent linen knit fabric. The bottom portion is constructed from 100 percent cotton woven fabric. The tank top styled upper portion features a U-shaped neckline in front; a modified racer back; and 1 ½ inch wide straps. The bottom of the romper features woven shorts with hemmed leg openings; pleats; two side pockets; and a draw cord. The essential character is imparted by the knit upper portion of the romper. Your sample is being returned as requested. The applicable subheading will be 6114.30.3030, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS), which provides for other garments, knitted or crocheted, of man-made fibers, other, sunsuits, washsuits, one-piece playsuits and similar apparel, women’s or girls’. The duty rate 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