Burlap Tool Bag from Japan
A drawstring bag from coarse burlap (jute) fabric for carrying hand tools on job sites. HTS 4202.12.60.00 covers tool bags with vegetable fiber textile outer surface, non-pile, as 'Other' containers. Burlap's durability suits repeated use.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Invoice must list as 'tool bag' with veg fiber specs to prevent shift to Chapter 63
• Test for textile sheeting vs plaiting to avoid Chapter 46 exclusion
• No sterile linings; medical uses go to Chapter 30