Silk Luxury Briefcase from China
A high-end briefcase crafted with an outer surface of 100% silk fabric, containing at least 85% silk by weight, designed for professionals carrying documents and laptops. It falls under HTS 4202.12.8950 due to its textile outer material predominantly silk and classification as a briefcase-like container. The silk provides a luxurious sheen and durability suitable for business travel.
Duty Rate — China → United States
55.1%
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
• Verify silk content via lab testing to confirm 85%+ by weight, as required for this subheading; retain certificates for CBP review
• Label products clearly with fiber content under FTC rules to avoid misclassification penalties during import
• Check for prohibited fur linings, as Chapter 42 excludes items with significant furskin attachments