CLA-2-56:S:N:N6:350 885058
Mr. John W. Bjacek
International Products Company
P.O. Box 1431
Scranton, PA 18501
RE: The tariff classification of two spunbonded nonwoven fabrics,
from Brazil.
Dear Mr. Bjacek:
In your letter dated April 12, 1993, you requested a tariff
classification ruling.
Two samples were submitted which differed mainly in weight. They both
consist of spunbonded nonwoven fabrics composed of polypropylene man-made
fibers. One sample indicates a weight of 3 ounces per square yard while the
other shows a weight of .5 ounces. These materials have numerous end uses,
such as manufacture into diapers, medical garments and bedding, etc.
The applicable subheading for the two materials will be 5603.00.9070,
Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for
nonwovens, whether or not impregnated, coated, covered or laminated, of
filaments. The rate of duty will be 12.5 percent ad valorem.
This merchandise falls within textile category designation 223. Based
upon international textile trade agreements, products of Brazil 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. 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