CLA-2-61:RR:NC:N3:359 G85826
Ms. Jennifer M. Horner
Talbots
175 Beal Street
Hingham, MA 02043
RE: The tariff classification of a woman's suit-type jacket from Macau.
Dear Ms. Horner:
In your letter dated January 22, 2001, you requested a ruling on tariff classification. Your sample is being returned as requested.
The submitted sample, style number 14013794, is a woman’s tailored suit-type jacket that is constructed from 40% modal, 26% cotton, 29% nylon, 5% spandex, knit fabric. The garment has more than three panels, of which two are in the front, sewn together, lengthwise. The suit-type jacket features a notched-lapel collar; long hemmed sleeves; a full front opening with 4 button closures; 2 front welt knit pockets at the waist; 2 side vents; and a hemmed bottom.
The applicable subheading for the suit-type jacket will be 6104.39.1000, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for women’s suit-type jackets, knitted: of other textile materials: of artificial fibers. The general rate of duty will be 25.8 percent ad valorem.
The suit-type jacket falls within textile category designation 635. Based upon international textile trade agreements products of Macau are currently subject to quota and the requirement of a visa.
The designated textile and apparel categories and their quota and visa status are the result of international agreements that are subject to frequent renegotiations and changes. To obtain the most current information, we suggest that you check, close to the time of shipment, the U.S. Customs Service Textile Status Report, an internal issuance of the U.S. Customs Service, which is available at the Customs Web site at www.customs.gov. In addition, 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 and should also be verified at the time of shipment.
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 Michael Crowley at 212-637-7077.
Sincerely,
Robert B. Swierupski
Director,
National Commodity
Specialist Division