Compact Leather Key Case
A leather case holding 4-6 keys with a clip or ring mechanism, designed for pocket carry alongside a wallet. It is classified under tariff item 4202.39.00 as a similar small leather container normally carried in the pocket.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 9.5% | — | 9.5% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 9.5% | — | 9.5% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 9.5% | — | 9.5% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 9.5% | — | 9.5% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 9.5% | — | 9.5% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the key case is made of leather and is a wallet-like article
This subheading covers pocket articles of leather, but key cases may be classified here if they are similar to wallets.
If the key case is made of sheeting of plastics or textile materials
This subheading covers pocket articles of sheeting of plastics or textile materials, which may apply if the leather is replaced.
If the key case includes a locking mechanism that gives it the essential character
Padlocks and similar locks of base metal may apply if the locking function is primary.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the key case is not considered a fitting or trimming for harness, which is excluded by note 2(h)
• Declare the leather type (e.g
• bovine, sheep) and value accurately for CBSA
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