CLA-2-62-NO:TC:I06 C86073
6203.23.0060, 6203.43.3500, 6203.43.4010
Ms. Dana L. Trout
Trans-Trade, Incorporated
P.O. Box 612369
DFW Airport, Texas 75261
RE: The tariff classification of a woven men's jacket and
trousers from China, Taiwan, Hong Kong, and the Philippines
Dear Ms. Trout:
In your letter dated March 11, 1998, you requested a tariff
classification ruling on behalf of International Marketing
Specialist.
The submitted sample, Model # 5321, is a two piece ensemble
consisting of a jacket and trousers composed of the identical
100% nylon woven fabric coated with polyurethane, per your
letter. The coating is not separately visible. The jacket
features a full frontal opening with a heavy duty zipper closure
and a storm flap having a five button closure. Other features
include long sleeves with elasticized ends; patch pockets located
below the waist and having flaps with two button closures; a
drawstring at the waist; and a pointed collar which holds an
attached hood with a drawstring. The trousers feature a
drawstring waist; a fly with a zipper and snap closure; simulated
pockets which allow access to garments worn underneath these
trousers; side seam zippers at leg bottom; and hemmed bottom.
If the jacket passes the water resistance test specified in
the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS),
Chapter 62, U.S. Note 2, then the applicable HTS subheading for
the garment will be 6203.23.0050, which provides for other men's
ensembles of synthetic fibers, other, garments described in
heading 6201. The rate of duty will be 7.4 percent ad valorem.
This is the rate of duty that would apply if the garment was
entered separately and classified in subheading 6201.93.3000.
If the jacket does not pass the water resistance test, then
the applicable HTS subheading for the garment will be
6203.23.0050, which provides for other men's ensembles of
synthetic fibers, other, garments described in heading 6201. The
rate of duty will be 28.8 percent ad valorem. This is the rate
of duty that would apply if the garment was entered separately
and classified in subheading 6201.93.3511.
If the trousers pass the water resistance test, then the
applicable HTS subheading for the garment will be 6203.23.0060,
which provides for men's ensembles of synthetic fibers, other
trousers and breeches. The rate of duty will be 7.4 percent ad
valorem. This is the rate of duty that would apply if the
garment was entered separately and classified in subheading
6203.43.3500.
If the trousers do not pass the water resistance test, then
the applicable HTS subheading for the garment will be
6203.23.0060, which provides for men's ensembles of synthetic
fibers, other trousers and breeches. The rate of duty will be 29
percent ad valorem. This is the rate of duty that would apply if
the garment was entered separately and classified in subheading
6203.43.4010.
The jacket falls within textile category designation 634.
Based upon international textile trade agreements, products of
China, Hong Kong, the Philippines, and Taiwan are subject to
quota and the requirement of a visa.
The trousers fall within textile category designation 647.
Based upon international textile trade agreements, products of
China, Hong Kong, the Philippines, and Taiwan 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.
Sincerely,
Allen H. Paterson
Port Director
New Orleans, Louisiana