NY a85968: The tariff classification of aprons and "new wiping rags." from India, Pakistan, Bangladesh or Ski-Lanka.

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                            NY A85968

                          August 7, 1996

CLA-2-62:RR:NC:5:353 A85968  

CATEGORY: Classification

TARIFF NO.: 6211.42.0081, 6211.43.0091, 6307.10.2020

Mr. Ashwin Kothari
Harisko Enterprises, Inc.
666 Corsica Ave.
Bear, Delware 19701

RE:  The tariff classification of aprons and "new wiping rags."
     from India, Pakistan, Bangladesh or Ski-Lanka.

Dear Mr. Kothari:

     In your letter dated July 19, 1996, you requested a
classification ruling.  
     
     The submitted samples two bib aprons, a half apron, and a
product item referred to as a "new wiping rag.  The wiping rag is
made from 100% cotton woven terry fabric and is to be used in the
cleaning industry.  In your submission you refer to a 14/15 x
14/15 inch size, however, the sample measures approximately 41 x
48 centimeters.  Cleaning cloths in this size that are made from
a cotton terry fabric are considered bar mops.  You also mention
in your letter for which no sample was submitted, an apron that
is a 48% cotton/52% polyester fabric.  The bib apron measuring
42"X 36" consists of 100% woven cotton fabric; the 36"x33" apron
consists of woven 65% polyester/35% cotton fabric; and the half
apron 36"x36" consists of woven polyester blend.  

     Due to the fact that the half apron is to constructed  of a
50/50 blend of fibers, it is to be classified on the basis of
General Rule of Interpretation 3 (c) of the classification
principles.  Even a slight change in the fiber content may result
in a change of classification, as well as, visa and quota
requirements.  The apron may be subject to U.S. Customs
laboratory analysis at the time of import and if the fabric is
other than a 50/50 blend it may be reclassified by Customs at
that time.

     The applicable subheading for the 100% woven cotton apron
will be 6211.42.0081, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United
States (HTS), which provides for track suits, ski-suits and
swimwear; other garments, women's or girls': Of cotton: Other. 
The duty rate will be 8.5 percent ad valorem.

     The applicable subheading for the woven 65% polyester/35% 
cotton apron, the woven 50%/50% cotton/polyester blend and the
48% cotton/52% polyester apron will be 6211.43.0091, Harmonized
Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for
track suits, ski-suits and swimwear; other garments, women's or
girls': Of man-made fibers, other.  The rate of duty will be
16.8% ad valorem.

     The applicable subheading for the bar mop will be
6307.10.2020, 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, Bar mops (measuring 46 to 57 centimeters in length
and 38 to 43 centimeters in width) os cotton terry fabric.  The
duty rate will be 9.5 percent ad valorem.

     The 100% cotton apron falls within textile category
designation 359.  The 65% polyester/35% cotton, the 50%/50%
cotton/polyester blend apron and the 48% cotton/52% polyester
fall within the textile category designation 659.  The bar mop
falls within the category 369.  Based upon international textile
trade agreements products of India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, and
Sri-Lanka are subject to quota and the requirement of a visa.    
     
     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.  Part
categories are the result of international bilateral agreements
which are subject to frequent renegotiations and changes.  To
obtain the most current information available, we suggest that
you check, close to the time of shipment, the Status Report on
Current Import Quotas (Restraint Levels), an internal issuance of
the U.S. Customs Service, which is available for inspection at
your local Customs office.

     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 Martin
Weiss at 212-466-5881.



                                        Sincerely,



                                        Roger J. Silvestri
                                        Director
                                        National Commodity
                                        Specialist Division