The tariff classification of a blanket from India
Issued May 10, 2011 by U.S. Customs and Border Protection.
Tariff classification
HTS codes: 6301.90.0010
Headings: 6301
Product description
The submitted sample is a blanket. The blanket is made from 60 percent viscose chenille and 40 percent cotton yarns. The warp yarns extend to form a knotted 3.5-inch fringe at the ends. The blanket measures approximately 50 x 60 inches. In your letter you suggest classification of this item under subheading 6304.99.6020, HTSUS, as a throw. The Explanatory Notes to heading 6301, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States, state the following, in pertinent part: "Blankets and traveling rugs are usually made of wool, animal hair, cotton or man-made fibers, frequently with a raised pile surface, and generally of thick heavy-texture material for protection against the cold." Based on the foregoing, the instant sample is more specifically associated with the blankets of heading 6301, HTSUS, as its construction seems to suggest an intended use against cool weather.
CBP rationale
The applicable subheading for the blanket will be 6301.90.0010, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS), which provides for blankets and traveling rugs: other blankets and traveling rugs… of artificial fibers.
Full text
N161097 May 10, 2011 CLA-2-63:OT:RR:NC:N3:349 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 6301.90.0010 Mr. Jake Maloney H.W. Robinson & Co., Inc. 1 Cross Island Plaza, Suite 119 Rosedale, NY 11422 RE: The tariff classification of a blanket from India Dear Mr. Maloney: In your letter dated April 13, 2011 you requested a classification ruling on behalf of Elegant Home Fashion Inc. The submitted sample is a blanket. The blanket is made from 60 percent viscose chenille and 40 percent cotton yarns. The warp yarns extend to form a knotted 3.5-inch fringe at the ends. The blanket measures approximately 50 x 60 inches. In your letter you suggest classification of this item under subheading 6304.99.6020, HTSUS, as a throw. The Explanatory Notes to heading 6301, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States, state the following, in pertinent part: "Blankets and traveling rugs are usually made of wool, animal hair, cotton or man-made fibers, frequently with a raised pile surface, and generally of thick heavy-texture material for protection against the cold." Based on the foregoing, the instant sample is more specifically associated with the blankets of heading 6301, HTSUS, as its construction seems to suggest an intended use against cool weather. The applicable subheading for the blanket will be 6301.90.0010, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS), which provides for blankets and traveling rugs: other blankets and traveling rugs… of artificial fibers. The rate of duty will be 7.2 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 John Hansen at (646) 733-3043. Sincerely, Robert B. Swierupski Director National Commodity Specialist Division
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