The tariff classification of a woman’s blouse from China

N237668 February 19, 2013 CLA-2-62:OT:RR:NC:N3:360 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 6206.40.3030 Mr. Jose Gonzalez HSN 1 HSN Drive St. Petersburg, FL 33729 RE: The tariff classification of a woman’s blouse from China Dear Mr. Gonzalez: In your letter dated January 16, 2013, you requested a tariff classification ruling. Your sample will be returned as requested. Style T14472A is a woman’s sleeveless pullover style blouse constructed of both knit and woven components. The side panels extending from the shoulders to the waist are constructed of 94% rayon and 6% spandex knit fabric. The balance of the garment is constructed of 100% polyester woven fabric. The blouse features a round neckline, a partial back opening secured by a zipper closure, and a hemmed bottom. The woven component imparts the essential character of the garment. The applicable subheading for style T14472A will be 6206.40.3030, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS), which provides for Women’s or girls’ blouses, shirts and shirt-blouses: Of man-made fibers: Other: Other: Other: Women’s. The rate of duty will be 26.9 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 the 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 Kimberly Rackett at (646) 733-3051. Sincerely, Thomas J. Russo Director National Commodity Specialist Division