CLA-2-63:RR:NC:TP:349 A86852
Mr. John N. Politis
Politis & Politis
865 S. Figueroa St.
Suite 1388
Los Angeles, California 90017
RE: The tariff classification of cleaning cloths from China.
Dear Mr. Politis:
In your letter dated August 21, 1996 you requested a tariff
classification ruling on behalf of International Taly Commercial
Group (USA) Inc.
The instant samples are cleaning cloths. In your letter you
mention these products are produced from wood pulp, primarily
white pine. You also indicate the different processes that the
wood pulp undergoes. After analysis of these cloths and a review
of the processes, it has been determined the wood fibers have
undergone a change into a man-made fiber compound of regenerated
cellulose (Rayon). One cloth is white and measures approximately
25 x 25 centimeters. All four edges of the terry fabric cloth
are hemmed. The other cloth is beige and is of a coarse loosely
woven construction. It will be imported in various sizes ranging
from 25 x 25 centimeters to 60 x 130 centimeters. This cloth is
folded on itself forming an 8-ply cloth which is hemmed at the
narrow ends. These cloths are marketed and sold for cleaning
purposes only.
The applicable subheading for the cleaning cloth will be
6307.10.2030, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States
(HTS), which provides for other made up articles, including dress
patterns; floorcloths, dishcloths, dusters and similar cleaning
cloths: other.... other. The rate of duty will be 9.5.
Presently, the above subheading is not assigned a textile
category designation and items classified therein are not subject
to quota or visa requirements.
Additionally, please note that separate Federal Trade
Commission marking requirements exist regarding country of
origin, fiber content and other information that must appear on
many textile items. You should contact the Federal Trade
Commission, Washington, D.C., 20580, for information on the
applicability of these requirements to this item.
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. If you have any questions
regarding the ruling, contact National Import Specialist John
Hansen at 212-466-5854.
Sincerely,
Roger J. Silvestri
Director
National Commodity
Specialist Division