CLA-2-42-CL:PD:FO:CBII:HO2
Mr. Jim Bernier
Wilsons The Leather Experts
7401 Boone Avenue North
Minneapolis, MN 55428
RE: The tariff classification of a women's leather and textile top from China
Dear Mr. Bernier:
In your letter dated November 25, 1997 you requested a
tariff classification ruling.
You have submitted a sample of a women's leather and textile
top, your Style No. 25102-01. The front panels of this top are
of cowhide, while the back panel is of spandex. There is a full
zippered opening at the left side of the top. The top is
approximately waist-length, and is sleeveless.
The applicable subheading for this item will be
4203.10.4095, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States
(HTS), which provides for articles of apparel and clothing
accessories, of leather or of composition leather: articles of
apparel: other...other: women's, girls', and infants'. The
rate of duty is 6%.
Your sample will be returned under separate cover.
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,
John M. Regan
Service Port Director
Cleveland, Ohio