Cowhide Leather Briefcase
A classic cowhide leather briefcase with a flap closure, multiple interior pockets, and a padded laptop sleeve for professional use. It is explicitly listed as a briefcase under this tariff item, which covers trunks, suit-cases, and similar containers of leather.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 11% | — | 11% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 11% | — | 11% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 11% | — | 11% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 11% | — | 11% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 11% | — | 11% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the briefcase has a rigid frame and is designed as an executive case
Executive cases are a specific type of briefcase under heading 4202.
If the briefcase is more like a travelling bag
Travelling bags are classified separately under heading 4202.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the briefcase is made of cowhide leather, which qualifies as leather under the chapter
• If it has a laptop sleeve, confirm it is not classified as a computer case
• Keep the invoice and country of origin certificate for customs clearance
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