Cotton Briefcase

A professional canvas cotton briefcase with compartments for documents and laptop sleeve. Falls under HTS 4202.12.89 as an attache case or similar with textile outer surface. The rigid frame and handles make it a structured travel container.

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.

4202.11.00Lower: 43% vs 52.6%

If outer surface of plastic or vinyl

Plastic briefcases head to 4202.11 subheading.

4202.91Lower: 14.5% vs 52.6%

If primarily leather exterior

Leather gives essential character, moving to 4202.91.

4602.90Lower: 13.5% vs 52.6%

If made of plaiting materials like straw

Chapter note excludes plaited articles to heading 4602.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Document rigid structure to differentiate from soft totes; soft bags risk reclassification

Include origin certificates for preferential duty treatment under trade agreements

Avoid mixing with leather parts exceeding minor fittings per Chapter notes

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