CLA-2-63:S:N:N6:345 894457

Ms. Urmila N. Vyas
110 Laurel Oak Drive
Aiken, SC 29803

RE: The tariff classification of a "Tassel" from India.

Dear Ms. Vyas:

In your letter dated January 14, 1994, you requested a classification ruling.

The sample submitted is made of ornamental trimmings composed of textile yarns, plastic beads and metallic yarns with a fringed tassel at each end. It is used as a bookmark. The applicable subheading for the "Tassel" will be 6307.90.4020, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides other made up articles...Other: Cords and tassels, other. The rate of duty will be 7.2 percent ad valorem.

The "Tassel" falls within textile category designation 669. Based upon international textile trade agreements, products of India are subject to quota and visa requirements.

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