CLA-2-61-NO:TC:I06 C86814
Ms. Hazel D. Ericta
C.F.L. Sportswear Trading Incorporated
350 Fifth Avenue Suite 4010
New York, New York 10118
RE: The tariff classification of a women's knit pullover from Hong Kong
Dear Ms. Ericta:
In your letter dated April 24, 1998, you requested a tariff classification
ruling.
The submitted sample, Style # 2860, is a women's pullover composed of 100%
polyester finely knit fabric that is napped on both sides. The pullover
features a v-shaped neckline; long sleeves with cuffs; pockets located below the
waist; and a hemmed bottom.
The applicable subheading for the pullover will be 6110.30.3055, Harmonized
Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for sweaters,
pullovers, sweatshirts, waistcoats (vests) and similar articles, knitted or
crocheted: of man-made fibers: other: other: other: other: other: women's or
girls'. The rate of duty will be 33.3 percent ad valorem.
The pullover falls within textile category designation 639. Based upon
international textile trade agreements, products of Hong Kong 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