Polycarbonate Hardside Suitcase from China
A durable hardside suitcase made with a polycarbonate outer shell, featuring 360-degree spinner wheels and expandable compartments for travel. It falls under HTS 4202.12.21.50 as a trunk, suitcase or similar container with an outer surface primarily of plastics. The rigid plastic shell provides protection for luggage contents during transit.
Duty Rate — China → United States
57.5%
Rate breakdown
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)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Verify the outer surface is predominantly plastic (over 50%) via material composition certificates to confirm classification
• Include detailed packing lists specifying dimensions and weight to facilitate customs valuation
• Avoid misclassification as textile-covered by ensuring no significant fabric outer layer