Cotton Backpack for School

A practical school backpack made from heavy-duty cotton canvas with padded straps, laptop compartment, and organizer pockets. HTS 4202.12.89.60 applies as a knapsack/backpack with cotton textile outer surface, excluding plastic or leather-dominated versions. Cotton provides the primary protective structure.

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.

4202.92.31Same rate: 52.6%

If coated with plastics making plastic the outer surface

Plastic-coated textiles are deemed plastic surface for tariff purposes.

9503.00.00Lower: 10% vs 52.6%

If marketed as toy or juvenile play backpack under 10L capacity

Trunks/suitcases resembling toys for children classify in Chapter 95.

6307.90.98Lower: 24.5% vs 52.6%

If bulk cotton fabric bags without structured shape or fittings

Unstructured textile bags without container characteristics fall to other textile articles.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Classify based on outer-facing material; inner linings don't affect textile designation if cotton exterior dominates

Use HTS advisory rulings for padded vs unpadded cotton variants to confirm 4202 scope

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