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Laptop Compartment Plastic Briefcase from Germany

A 15-inch laptop briefcase with molded plastic shell, shock-absorbing foam, and accessory pockets. Under HTS 4202.12.29.35 as briefcase with plastic surface for tech professionals. Meets MIL-STD drop protection.

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

• Include laptop compatibility specs to justify briefcase vs. camera case classification

• Test foam flammability per FAA if for air travel

• Declare internal padding materials to avoid chemical import restrictions