CLA-2-42:K:TC:B6:G21 D81162
Ms. Kristen Gibson
Import Analyst
Bath and Body Works
7 Limited Parkway East
Reynoldsburg, OH 43068
RE: The tariff classification of a train case from China.
Dear Ms. Gibson:
In your letter dated August 7, 1998, you requested a
classification ruling.
The submitted sample, style #602564, is a train case
composed of 100% PVC material. The PVC covers a terry cloth
fabric composed of 70% polyester and 30% cotton. It features a
zipper closure around the top of the case and is carried by a
single strap handle. Your sample will be returned to you as
requested.
The applicable subheading for the train case, style #602564,
will be 4202.12.2050, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United
States Annotated (HTSUSA), which provides for trunks, suitcases,
vanity cases, attache cases, briefcases, school satchels and
similar containers: with outer surface of plastic or of textile
materials: with outer surface of plastic, other (than structured,
rigid on all sides): trunks, suitcases, vanity cases and similar
containers. The duty rate will be 20% ad valorem.
This ruling is being issued under the provisions of Part 177
of the Customs Regulations.
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,
John J. Martuge
Area Director
JFK Airport