CLA-2-58:S:N:N3H:351 861587
Ms. Merrie C. Payne
Promotional Concepts, Inc,
3951 Westerre Parkway, Suite 325
Richmond, VA 23233
RE: The tariff classification of an embroidered applique
(without visible ground fabric) from Taiwan.
Dear Ms. Payne:
In your letter dated March 24, 1991, you requested a tariff
classification ruling.
You have submitted a sample of an embroidered motif which
depicts an animal with a large open jaw. The applique measures
approximately 1 1/4 inch by 1 inch. The embroidered emblem is
made of red and blue rayon threads with a pressure sensitive
adhesive backing. The motif is fully embroidered on the face and
back sides so that the embroidery threads completely obscure the
underlying ground fabric.
The applicable subheading for the applique will be
5810.10.0000, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States
(HTS), which provides for embroidery in the piece, in strips or
in motifs, embroidery without visible ground. The rate of duty
will be 16 percent ad valorem.
The motif falls within textile category designation 229.
Based upon international textile trade agreements, products of
Taiwan are subject to the requirement of a visa and quota
restraints.
The designated textile and apparel category may be
subdivided into parts. If so, visa and quota requirements
applicable to the subject merchandise may be affected. Since
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 Section
177 of the Customs Regulations (19 C.F.R. 177).
A copy of this ruling letter should be attached to the entry
documents filed at the time this merchandise is imported. If the
documents have been filed without a copy, this ruling should be
brought to the attention of the Customs officer handling the
transaction.
Sincerely,
Jean F. Maguire
Area Director
New York Seaport