The tariff classification of a tote bag from China

N158075 April 22, 2011 CLA-2-42:OT:RR:NC:N4:441 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 4202.92.4500 Peter Salvato Import Commodity Group, LTD. 500 Merrick Road Lynbrook, NY 11563 RE: The tariff classification of a tote bag from China Dear Mr. Salvato: In your letter dated March 28, 2011, you requested a tariff classification ruling on behalf of your client, Team Beans, LLC. Your sample will be returned to you. Style BGRNF03PLCBJC is a shopping-style tote bag constructed of non-woven polypropylene (PP) textile material that is coated on the outer surface with plastic sheeting. It is designed to provide storage, protection, portability, and organization to its contents. It has one unlined interior storage compartment with no additional features. The bag has an open top with two carrying handles. The tote bag is of a durable construction and suitable for prolonged use. It measures approximately 13” (W) x 15” (H) x 6.5” (D). The applicable subheading for style BGRNF03PLCBJC will be 4202.92.4500, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS), which provides for travel, sports, and similar bags, with outer surface of sheeting of plastic, other. The rate of duty will be 20% 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