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Cowhide Leather Weekender Bag from Japan

An elegant weekend travel bag made from pebbled cowhide leather with brass hardware, interior pockets, and a detachable strap for versatile carrying. Classified in HTS 4202.11.0060 due to its leather outer surface and function as a similar container to trunks or suitcases for personal effects. Ideal for short trips with robust leather construction.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Declare exact leather origin and tanning process on entry documents to meet CBP leather marking requirements

• Ensure bags are not lined with significant fur or artificial fur exceeding trimming, avoiding reclassification to 4303/4304

• Photographic evidence of outer surface material helps prevent disputes during customs examination