NY 847869
CLA-2-56:S:N:N3H:350 847869
Mr. Richard H. Simpson
W.G. Carroll & Co., Inc.
185 East Bay Street (Suite 204)
P.O. Box 685
Charleston, S.C. 29402
RE: The tariff classification of lens cleaning cloths from Japan.
Dear Mr. Simpson:
In your letter dated December 4, 1989, on behalf of Kanematsu -
Gosho (U.S.A.) Inc., you requested a tariff classification ruling.
The samples submitted, consists of 'WellSee' Lens Cleaning Cloths
composed of a blend of polypropylene/polyester man-made fiber nonwoven
construction. These cloths measure 190 x 190 mm, have slight pinked
edges and are put-up three to a package. The instant sample package
contained a green, white and pink cloth and we note that they have
multiple uses for cleaning such things as car windows, tools and
precious metals.
The applicable subheading for the cloths will be 5603.00.9040,
Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides
for nonwovens, not impregnated, coated or covered. The rate of duty
will be 12.5 percent ad valorem. This rate remains the same in 1990.
This merchandise falls within textile category designation 223.
Based upon international textile trade agreements, products of Japan
are subject to a quota and the requirement of a visa.
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