Plastic Briefcase Alternative Messenger Bag from China
A messenger-style bag resembling a briefcase with reinforced plastic outer surface for documents and laptops. Classified in HTS 4202.12.29 as a briefcase or similar with outer surface of plastics, for general professional use. Plastic provides weatherproofing over traditional leather.
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
• Specify 'briefcase-like' in entries but confirm not rigid attache style to stay in 'other'
• Test outer surface for plastic dominance; textile straps secondary