Plastic Vanity Travel Case

A compact vanity case with molded plastic exterior for cosmetics and toiletries, including interior dividers. It qualifies for HTS 4202.12.29.85 as a vanity case with plastic outer surface, other than excluded bag types. The durable plastic shell defines its container classification.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China20%+35.0%55%
🇲🇽Mexico20%+10.0%30%
🇨🇦Canada20%+10.0%30%
🇩🇪Germany20%+10.0%30%
🇯🇵Japan20%+10.0%30%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

4202.92.45Same rate: 55%

If outer surface primarily textile

Vanity cases with textile exteriors classify under textile subheading 4202.92, not plastics.

3924.10Lower: 13.4% vs 55%

If considered a plastic tableware container

Plain plastic boxes without travel bag features may shift to Chapter 39 as household articles.

4202.32Lower: 27.6% vs 55%

If manufactured with leather outer surface

Leather or composition leather vanity cases use dedicated leather headings in 4202.3.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Differentiate from toiletry bags (soft-sided) by emphasizing rigid structure in descriptions

Ensure no fur linings to avoid Chapter 43 exclusions

Batch similar cases to minimize entry variations

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