NY 865777: The tariff classification of a cotton shoulder bag fromChina.

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                                   NY 865777
                                      
                                   August 22, 1991

CLA-2-42:S:N:N3G:341 865777 

CATEGORY:  Classification

TARIFF NO.: 4202.22.4500

Mr. David P. Zipkin
Wilsons Suede & Leather
7401 Boone Avenue North
Brooklyn Park, MN  55428

RE:  The tariff classification of a cotton shoulder bag from
China.

Dear Mr. Zipkin:

     In your letter dated July 30, 1991, you requested a tariff
classification ruling.  
     
     The submitted sample, style #0101, is a lady's 100% cotton
canvas shoulder bag with leather trim.  The interior is lined
with textile materials, and features three divided compartments,
one of which is secured by means of a textile zipper closure. 
The back of the bag features a full width zippered storage
pocket.  The item measures approximately 12 1/2" x 9" x 4 1/2",
and is designed with an adjustable leather shoulder strap to be
worn on the shoulder.  It is secured by means of a flap with a
metal snap closure.

     Your sample is being returned as you requested. 

     The applicable subheading for style #0101, the 100% cotton
canvas shoulder bag, will be 4202.22.4500, 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 textile materials, other, of
vegetable fibers and not of pile or tufted construction, of
cotton.  The duty rate will be 7.2 percent ad valorem. 

     Items classifiable under 4202.22.4500 fall within textile
category designation 369.  Based upon international textile trade
agreements, products of China are subject to visa requirements
and quota restraints.    

     The designated textile and apparel category 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, 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