Rimowa Original Aluminum Suitcase
Rimowa's iconic hard-shell suitcase uses aircraft-grade polycarbonate plastic exterior, rigid on all four sides for durability. Classified in HTS 4202.12.21.20 for structured plastic suitcases per the tariff description.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If outer surface primarily leather with plastic lining
Essential character shifts to leather heading 4202.91 if plastic is inner lining only.
If imported as part of bicycle luggage set
Complete bicycle assemblies or specialized transport containers may classify in Chapter 87.
If sold as generic rigid plastic storage bin, not travel-specific
Non-travel containers lack 'trunk/suitcase' functionality, moving to Chapter 39 plastics.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Document polycarbonate as 'sheeting of plastics' via supplier specs; metal frames are inner structure only
• Avoid common pitfall of mislabeling hybrid materials—outer visible surface must be plastic dominant
• For EU imports, confirm rigidity testing to distinguish from semi-rigid 4202.12.21.90
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