Nylon-Reinforced Plastic Case from Japan
Plastic case with minimal nylon reinforcement for executive travel, maintaining plastic as outer surface. Under HTS 4202.12.21.50 as 'other' plastic container similar to attache cases. Reinforcement adds tear resistance without changing material classification.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate ≥ 12.5 percent): MFN >= 12.5% → no additional duty
Import Tips
• Prove plastic > textile via surface area measurements in disputes
• Specify reinforcement as 'trimming' per furskin note analogy
• Avoid bulk packaging that mimics textile bales