CLA-2-42:S:N:N3G:341 869308
Ms. Jacqueline A. Bonace
Blair Corporation
220 Hickory Street
Warren, PA 16366-0001
RE: The tariff classification of a lady's handbag with
accessories from China.
Dear Ms. Bonace:
In your letter dated November 19, 1991, you requested a
tariff classification ruling for item #5826. You have indicated
that item #5826 is the same as item #63645 which was previously
ruled upon.
Item #63645 was found to be a vinyl handbag with accessories
including a key ring, a coin purse, and a check book case, all
constructed of vinyl. The handbag measures approximately 12
1/2"x 8 1/2" x 4", and features a front flap organizer section
which closes by two metal snaps, that is secured by a metal
clasp. The interior is lined with textile materials, and
features one main compartment containing two interior zippered
pockets. It also features double carrying handles, in addition
to a removable shoulder strap that is attached by metal fasteners
at the top of the bag. It closes by means of a textile coil
zipper. The key ring is a metal split key ring that is attached
to the inside of the purse by a metal snap. The coin purse
measures approximately 4 1/2" x 3 1/2" and is attached to the
inside of the bag by means of a metal snap. The check book
wallet measures approximately 7" x 4". The items at issue will
be sold at retail to the consumer as a set.
The applicable subheading for item #5826, formally item
#63645, the vinyl handbag with accessories as a set, will be
4202.22.1500, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States
(HTS), which provides for handbags, whether or not with shoulder
strap, including those without handle, with outer surface of
plastic sheeting. The duty rate will be 20 percent ad valorem.
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