CLA-2-56:RR:NC:TA:350 C89067
Ms. Sally Cheng
Isolyser
4320 International Blvd., N.W.
Norcross, GA 30093
RE: The tariff classification of water soluble nonwoven polyvinyl alcohol
sheet, for use by embroidery manufacturers, from China.
Dear Ms. Cheng:
In your letter dated June 5, 1998, you requested a classification ruling.
The instant sample consists of a light weight nonwoven fabric composed of
polyvinyl alcohol man-made fibers (filament) that you indicate will be imported
in various weights and cut to different sizes. While we did not receive the
Fax as promised, we presume, since your letter indicates that this material will
be imported in various weights and sizes, that the sizes or configurations, as
such, will be square or rectangular.
This instant sample was weighed and was found to weigh approximately 28.4
g/m² and the classification provided below is predicated upon this weight.
The applicable subheading for the material will be 5603.12.0090, Harmonized
Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for nonwovens,
whether or not impregnated, coated, covered or laminated, of man-made filaments,
weighing more than 25 g/m² but not more than 70 g/m². The duty rate will be 2.5
percent ad valorem.
This merchandise falls within textile category designation 223. 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 George Barth at 212-466-
5884.
Sincerely,
Robert B. Swierupski
Director,
National Commodity
Specialist Division