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Patent Leather Gladstone Bag

Shiny patent leather Gladstone bag with frame hinge, leather handles, and divided interior, evoking vintage luggage style. Covered under HTS 4202.19.00.00 per Chapter definition including patent leather as 'leather'.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China20%+35.0%55%
🇲🇽Mexico20%+10.0%30%
🇨🇦Canada20%+10.0%30%
🇩🇪Germany20%+10.0%30%
🇯🇵Japan20%+10.0%30%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

4202.12Lower: 27.6% vs 55%

If surface resembling leather but of plastic sheeting

Patent-look plastics classify as plastic, not leather.

4202.99.10Lower: 38.4% vs 55%

If of vulcanized fiber imitating patent leather

Vulcanized fiber bags have dedicated subheadings.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Reference Chapter note 1 confirming patent leather status to affirm Chapter 42 applicability

Polish and shine tests may be requested to verify not plastic imitation

Avoid fur trim exceeding mere decoration to prevent 4303 shift

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