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Cotton Briefcase from Mexico

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.

Duty Rate — Mexico → United States

27.6%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• 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