NY 865683: The tariff classification of a plastic backpack from HongKong.

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                                   NY 865683
                                   August 21, 1991               
                       

CLA-2-42:S:N:N3G:341 865683 

CATEGORY:  Classification

TARIFF NO.: 4202.92.4500

Ms. Georgia B. Morris
Sekin Transport Intl.
1245 Royal Lane
DFW Airport, Texas  75261

RE:  The tariff classification of a plastic backpack from Hong
Kong.

Dear Ms. Morris:

     In your letter dated July 30, 1991, on behalf of Leahy
Company, you requested a tariff classification ruling.  
     
     The submitted sample, described as an "Imitation Nylon"
backpack, is a child's backpack which appear to be constructed of
a thin layer of textile coated with an exterior surface of
plastic sheeting.  It measures approximately 10 1/2" x 12 1/2" x
3 1/2".  The item is designed with two adjustable textile
shoulder straps to be worn on the back.  It close by means of a
top textile zipper closure.    

     The applicable subheading for the backpack of plastic, will
be 4202.92.4500, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States
(HTS), which provides for travel, sports and similar bags, with
outer surface of plastic sheeting, other.  The duty rate will be
20 percent ad valorem.   

     It is noted that the sample submitted as part of the binding
ruling request is not marked to indicate the country of origin. 
Section 304 of the Tariff Act of 1930 as amended requires that
this product be marked with the English name of the country of
origin in a permanent, legible, and conspicuous manner when
imported.
    
     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