Hemp Backpack from Germany
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 — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%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 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
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