Jute Travel Satchel from Germany
A shoulder bag crafted from woven jute fabric with flap closure and adjustable strap for short trips. It matches HTS 4202.12.60.00 for school satchels and similar with vegetable fiber (jute) outer surface, other than pile/tufted varieties. Jute's natural vegetable origin fits perfectly.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Obtain certificates of origin proving jute content to support vegetable fiber claim
• Ensure invoice describes as 'satchel' not 'bag' to align with hierarchy terminology
• Check for tufting or pile; even minor additions could disqualify from this subheading