Hemp Backpack from China
A rugged backpack made from hemp canvas with padded straps and multiple compartments for hiking or school. Falls under HTS 4202.12.60.00 as a knapsack/backpack with non-pile vegetable fiber textile outer surface, categorized as 'Other'. Hemp qualifies as a bast vegetable fiber.
Duty Rate — China → United States
43.2%
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
• Lab test fiber content; blends over 50% non-veg may shift classification
• Document as 'knapsack' with photos showing structure to distinguish from basic sacks
• Avoid fur linings; outer fur attachment excludes from Chapter 42