The tariff classification of a winter headband from China.

N249227 January 16, 2014 CLA-2-61 OT:RR:NC:N3:353 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 6117.80.8500 Ms. Karen Paitsell Augusta Sportswear P.O. Box 14939 Augusta, GA 30919 RE: The tariff classification of a winter headband from China. Dear Ms. Paitsell: In your letter dated January 8, 2014, on behalf of Holloway Sportswear, you requested a tariff classification ruling. You submitted a sample, identified as “Comeback Headband,” style 223837, which is constructed of 100% acrylic knit fabric. The headband measures approximately 3 ¾ inches in width and its primary function is to provide protection against cold temperatures and wind. In Becker Glove International, Inc. v. United States, the Court of International Trade (CIT) found that "headbands" is an eo nomine designation that encompasses all forms of the article. It does not exclude headbands designed to provide warmth. The sample will be returned to you as requested. The applicable subheading for style 223837 will be 6117.80.8500, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS), which provides for "Other made up clothing accessories…knitted or crocheted…Other: Headbands, ponytail holders and similar articles." The rate of duty will be 14.6 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 Kimberly Praino at (646) 733-3053. Sincerely, Gwenn Klein Kirschner Acting Director National Commodity Specialist Division