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NY E87237




September 29, 1999

CLA-2-42:RR:NC:341:E87237

CATEGORY: CLASSIFICATION

TARIFF NO.: 4202.22.8050; 4202.22.4500

Ms. Sandra Kobs
Kohl's
N56 W17000 Ridgewood Drive
Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin 53051

RE: The tariff classification of a handbags from China.

Dear Ms. Sandra Kobs:

In your letter dated September 17th, 1999, you requested a classification ruling for handbags from China.

The samples submitted with your request are identified as style numbers LH1401A/B/C and LH1209A/B/C. Both items are handbags designed to carry money, keys, and small accessories during travel. Style LH1401A/B/C has an exterior surface of cotton and measures approximately 11 3/4" in length by 8 3/4" in height by a 4 3/4" gusset. The interior of the bag is lined and consists of two compartments that are separated by a zippered pocket. The top opening of the bag is secured by a center tab with a magnetic snap closure. The bag incorporates two permanently attached shoulder straps. Style LH1209A/B/C has an exterior surface of 52% polypropylene and 48% polyester textile material and measures approximately 15" in length by 10 1/2" in height by a 4 1/4" gusset. The interior of the bag is lined and consists of a single compartment with a zippered back wall pocket. The top opening of the bag is secured by a full-width zippered closure. Two shoulder straps are permanently attached to the top of the bag.

The applicable subheading for LH1401A/B/C will be 4202.22.4500, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for handbags, whether or not with shoulder strapwith outer surface of textile materials, other, of vegetable fibers and not of pile or tufted construction, of cotton. The duty rate will be 6.8% ad valorem.

Items classifiable under HTS subheading 4202.22.4500 fall within textile category designation 369. Based upon international textile trade agreements products of China are subject to quota and the requirement of a visa.

The applicable subheading for LH1209A/B/C will be 4202.22.8050, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for handbags, whether or not with shoulder strapwith outer surface of textile materials, other, other, other, of man-made fibers. The duty rate will be 18.8% ad valorem.

Items classifiable under HTS subheading 4202.22.8050 fall within textile category designation 670. Based upon international textile trade agreements products of China are subject to quota and the requirement of a visa.

The designated textile and apparel categories and their quota and visa status are the result of international agreements that are subject to frequent renegotiations and changes. To obtain the most current information, we suggest that you check, close to the time of shipment, the U.S. Customs Service Textile Status Report, an internal issuance of the U.S. Customs Service, which is available at the Customs Web site at www.customs.gov. In addition, the designated textile and apparel categories may be subdivided into parts. If so, visa and quota requirements applicable to the subject merchandise may be affected and should also be verified at the time of shipment.

This ruling is being issued under the provisions of Part 177 of the Customs Regulations (19 C.F.R. 177).

Your samples are being returned as requested.

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 Kevin Gorman at 212-637-7091.

Sincerely,

Robert B. Swierupski
Director,

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