NY 864943: The tariff classification of a man's one-piece snowmobilesuit from Korea

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                                NY 864943
                              July 22, 1991



CLA-2-62:S:N:N3I:357 864943  

CATEGORY:  Classification

TARIFF NO.: 6211.33.0007;  

Mr. Jeffrey Wilson
Sears
Department 733IMP
National Headquarters
Sears Tower
Chicago, Illinois  60684
 
RE:  The tariff classification of a man's one-piece snowmobile
suit from Korea

Dear Mr. Wilson:

     In your letter received in this office July 8, 1991, you
requested a classification ruling.  
 
     The sample submitted, stock number 26701R, is a man's one-
piece snowmobile-type suit constructed of an outershell composed
of a heavy- weight, tightly woven 100% nylon fabric which you
state is coated with 
600mm polyurethane.  The garment has a woven 100% nylon fabric
lining quilted to a non-woven 100% polyester fill.

      The coating does not change the surface character of the
fabric, therefore HTS 6210 does not apply.

     The snowmobile suit features a 2-way front metal zipper
opening with a storm flap secured by five snaps covering the
zipper area.  There is a 2-way metal zipper opening on the side
of each leg.  The zipper opening extends from the hip area to the
bottom of the ankle.  There are no tightening elements on the
inner portion of the ankle cuffs.  The inner portion of the
collar is composed of a 100% acrylic pile.  The garment has an
elasticized rear waist and a self-fabric half belt with a metal
buckle.  A detachable hood with a drawcord is held to the garment
by four snaps.  There are two chest pockets and two double entry
pockets below the waist.  All of the pockets are secured by flaps
with snap closures.  The garment  features sleeves with a
contrasting colored stripe design reflective band and inner storm
cuffs composed of a ribbed-knit fabric.

     The sample is being returned to you as you have requested.

     The applicable subheading for the snowmobile suit will be
6211.33.0007, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States
(HTS), which provides for other men's garments, of man-made
fibers, coveralls, jumpsuits and similar apparel, other,
insulated for cold weather protection.  The duty rate will be 17
percent ad valorem.

     The garment falls within textile category designation 659. 
Based upon international textile trade agreements products of
Korea are presently subject to quota restraints 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.  Since
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 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