NY 864705: The tariff classification of a lady's handbag from China.

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                                   NY 864705
                                   July 15, 1991                 
                    

CLA-2-42:S:N:N3G:341 864705 

CATEGORY:  Classification

TARIFF NO.: 4202.22.1500

Mr. Steven T. Bernstein
H.Z. Bernstein Co., Inc.
One World Trade Center - Suite 1973
New York, NY  10048

RE:  The tariff classification of a lady's handbag from China.

Dear Mr. Bernstein:

     In your letter dated June 27, 1991, on behalf of A.D. Sutton
& Sons, you requested a ruling addressing the acceptability of
the country of origin marking as it relates to the sample
submitted.  
     
     The submitted sample is a lady's handbag with an external
surface of plastic.  In the handbag is a sewn-in label which
contains an outline of the United States.  Within the outline is
a five point star and the words "Mrs. America", which is said to
be a registered trademark and logo.  Beneath the above described
label is a sewn-in label that clearly states "Made In China". 
Each is comparable in print.  We agree that the submitted sample
country of origin marking as described is acceptable and within
compliance with 19CFR 134.47 of Customs Regulations.  

     The applicable subheading for the handbag of plastic will be
4202.22.1500, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States
(HTS), which provides for handbags, whether or not with shoulder
strap, including those without handle, with outer surface of
plastic sheeting.  The duty rate will be 20 percent ad valorem.
     
    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