CLA-2-58:RR:NC:TA:351 D80513
Ms. Lisa Lee
Ilani Shoes Ltd.
47 West 34th Street
New York, NY 10001
RE: The tariff classification of braid from Spain
Dear Ms. Lee:
In your letter dated July 20, 1998, you requested a classification ruling.
You submitted a sample of stretch raffia which measures approximately 28
centimeters in width. It is a braid in the piece made of raffia and a blended
rayon/rubber yarn. You state that it will form the upper strap portion of an
open toed sandal.
The applicable subheading for the braid will be 5808.10.9000 HTS, which
provides for braids in the piece; other; other. The duty rate will be 6.7
percent ad valorem.
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 Camille Ferraro at 212-
466-5885.
Sincerely,
Robert B. Swierupski
Director
National Commodity
Specialist Division