Plastic Elastic Luggage Straps from Germany
Stretchable bands made wholly of plastic used to secure luggage or bundles during travel. They qualify for HTS 3926.90.99.05 as other plastic articles specifically identified as elastic bands under Chapter 39 polymer classification rules.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Document strength and elasticity specs to prove function as bands, not woven straps
• Avoid bulk packaging over retail sets to prevent shift to heading 3923 for transport articles