Genuine Leather Briefcase from China
A professional briefcase crafted from full-grain cowhide leather with reinforced corners and brass hardware, designed for carrying documents and laptops. It falls under HTS 4202.11.00 as a similar container to briefcases with an outer surface primarily of leather. The structured design and leather exterior distinguish it from casual bags.
Duty Rate — China → United States
43%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
Import Tips
• Verify leather content exceeds 50% by weight and obtain tannery certificates to confirm 'leather' per Chapter 41 definitions
• Label products clearly with material composition to avoid misclassification as plastic sheeting bags under 3923
• Ensure no fur linings or toy-like features, as those shift to Chapters 43 or 95