Cotton Backpack for School from China
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.
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
• 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