Patent Leather Compact Mirror Case
A shiny patent leather case housing a folding mirror for makeup touchups. Patent leather is explicitly included in the definition of leather under Chapter 42's note 1, and the case is of a kind normally carried in the pocket or handbag, so it falls under tariff item 4202.31.00.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 8.5% | — | 8.5% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 8.5% | — | 8.5% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 8.5% | — | 8.5% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 8.5% | — | 8.5% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 8.5% | — | 8.5% |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the outer surface is of plastic sheeting
Mirror cases with plastic outer surfaces are classified under this alternative.
If the outer surface is of textile or other materials
This code applies when the case's outer surface is not leather.
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 mirror is an integral part of the case and not a separate article
• Verify the patent leather is not combined with materials that would change classification
• If the case has a metal frame, confirm it is a minor fitting
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