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Rigid PVC Executive Briefcase from Germany

Structured PVC briefcase with reinforced rigid panels on all sides, interior organizers, and business card slots. Suited for lawyers and salespeople. Classified in 4202.12.2910 for its plastic outer surface and briefcase form.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

20%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.380%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 equal to or greater than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Provide rigidity demos or specs in CF-28 requests to CBP for binding rulings

• Avoid bulk packaging misdeclaration as it could imply non-retail, shifting headings

• Document as 'attache/briefcase' not 'tool case' to prevent 4202.92 reclass