CLA-2-62:PD:A:TC:I:I04 C81256
Neal G. Johnson, President
Gunsmithing, Incorporated
208B West Buchanan Street
Colorado Springs, Colorado 80907
RE: The tariff classification of men's garments from either
Finland or Germany
Dear Mr. Johnson:
In your letter dated October 24, 1997, you requested a
tariff classification ruling.
The submitted samples are men's garments which you describe
as a shooting coat and shooting pants. You state that the
garments' principle use in the United States is for sport
shooting. Both garments are constructed from a stiff, heavy
weight 100 percent cotton woven canvas fabric.
The shooting coat extends to the hip and features a full
frontal opening secured by five button closures. The garment has
long sleeves and one front pocket located below the waist. A
non-slip material is applied to the elbow and right shoulder area
of the garment. The inner elbow area of the sleeves features
inserts of a knit flexible fabric. This knit fabric is also
inserted under each sleeve. The rear of the coat has two leather
straps with metal buckles. These straps are sewn onto the right
shoulder area. The rear of the garment also features two metal
clasps. There is also a large leather strap with a metal buckle
sewn onto the top of the left sleeve.
The full length trousers feature a non-slip material at the
knee and buttock area. The left leg of the trousers feature a
15-inch two-way zipper closure. The rear of the right leg
features a 22-inch two-way zipper closure. Five belt loops
encircle the waistband of the garment. The waistband of the
garment also features six metal buttons. The waistband of the
trousers is secured by a metal fastener.
The submitted samples will be returned under separate cover.
The applicable subheading for the garments will be
6211.32.0081, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States
(HTS), which provides for other garments, men's or boys': of
cotton: other. The rate of duty will be 8.4 percent ad valorem.
The garments fall within textile category designation 359.
As products of either Finland or Germany, the garments are
neither subject to quota nor visa requirements.
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.
Sincerely,
Signed by
Anthony W. Knapik
Acting Port Director
Miami Service Port