Silk Attache Case

A professional attache case crafted with an outer surface containing 85% or more silk by weight, designed for carrying documents and business essentials. It falls under HTS 4202.12.8910 due to its silk-dominated textile exterior and structure as a rigid container similar to briefcases. The luxurious silk material provides a smooth, elegant finish ideal for formal settings.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China17.6%+35.0%52.6%
🇲🇽Mexico17.6%+10.0%27.6%
🇨🇦Canada17.6%+10.0%27.6%
🇩🇪Germany17.6%+10.0%27.6%
🇯🇵Japan17.6%+10.0%27.6%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

4202.12.21Higher: 55% vs 52.6%

If outer surface primarily leather or composition leather

Leather exteriors shift to the leather-specific subheading within the same textile/plastic group, based on predominant material.

4202.92.31Same rate: 52.6%

If less than 85% silk, with other textile materials dominant

Lower silk content moves it to 'other' textile materials subheading, as silk threshold defines this specific classification.

4202.22Lower: 27.6% vs 52.6%

If structured as a handbag or unstructured traveling bag

Handbags and similar soft-sided bags fall under a separate category from rigid attache cases, per heading hierarchy.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify silk content via lab testing to confirm 85% threshold for this subheading; declare exact fiber composition on entry documents

Ensure no plastic sheeting dominates the outer surface to avoid reclassification

Watch for undervaluation pitfalls with luxury silk goods

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