CLA-2-62:RR:NC:5:353 A84751
Mr. Scott Ellsworth
Beijing Trade Exchange, Inc.
701 E Street, S.E.
Washington, D.C. 20003-2841
RE: The tariff classification of a disposable coveralls from
China.
Dear Mr. Ellsworth:
In your letter dated June 13,1995, you requested a
classification ruling.
The submitted sample is a disposable coverall consisting of
polypropylene non-woven fabric. The coverall is a general
purpose garment and not specifically designed for use in
hospitals, clinics, laboratories or contaminated areas. The
garment is footed with a full front zippered opening, single seam
construction, loose elasticized cuffs and a attached elasticized
hood.
Submitted advertising literature states the coveralls offer
"general protection in an all purpose garment" and ideal for
general industrial applications, etc.."
The applicable subheading for the non-woven disposable
coveralls will be 6210.10.9010, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the
United States (HTS), which provides for garments, made up of
fabrics of heading 5602, 5603, 5906 or 5907: Of fabrics of
heading 5602 or 5603: Other: Other: Other, Overalls and
coveralls. The duty rate will be 16.8 percent ad valorem.
The coveralls fall within textile category designation 659.
Based upon international textile trade agreements products of
China are subject to quota and the requirement of a visa.
The designated textile and apparel categories may be
subdivided into parts. If so, visa and quota requirements
applicable to the subject merchandise may be affected. Part
categories are the result of international bilateral agreements
which are subject to frequent renegotiations and changes. To
obtain the most current information available, we suggest that
you check, close to the time of shipment, the Status Report on
Current Import Quotas (Restraint Levels), an internal issuance of
the U.S. Customs Service, which is available for inspection at
your local Customs office.
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 Martin
Weiss at 212-466-5881.
Sincerely,
Roger J. Silvestri
Director
National Commodity
Specialist Division