CLA-2-61-CL:FO:CB:I20
Ms. Jonice Gaidar
Customs Analyst
J. C. Penney Purchasing Corporation
P.O. Box 10001
Dallas, TX 75301-0001
RE: The tariff classification of a women's knit, sleeveless cardigan to be manufactured in China or Macau
Dear Ms. Gaidar:
In your letter dated February 12, 1997, you requested a
tariff classification ruling.
The submitted sample, designated style number 862-7406, is a
women's sleeveless cardigan manufactured from a 65% rayon, 30%
nylon, 5% spandex fine knit fabric.
The garment, which has a three-quarter lining, features a
full frontal opening secured by a metal zipper that extends to
the top of a stand-up collar, two side insert pockets below the
waist, each secured by a metal zipper, and a straight, hemmed
bottom.
The applicable subheading for the garment is 6110.30.3055,
Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States, which provides
for other women's or girls' sweaters, pullovers, sweatshirts,
waistcoats (vests) and similar articles, knitted or crocheted, of
man-made fibers. The applicable rate of duty is 33.5%, ad
valorem.
The garment falls within textile category designation 639.
Based on international textile trade agreements, products of
China and Macau are subject to 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. 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.
Sincerely,
John M. Regan
Service Port Director
Port of Cleveland
Enclosure