Alligator Skin Shoulder Bag from Mexico
A premium shoulder bag made from American alligator reptile leather, showcasing textured scales and a spacious interior with compartments. Falls under HTS 4202.21.3000 as a handbag with reptile leather outer surface, not covered by exclusions like plastics or textiles.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
15.3%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Obtain authenticated tannery certificates proving reptile origin and legal harvest
• Label products clearly as 'reptile leather' to match HTS description and avoid audits
• Check for precious metal fittings; if they dominate character, may shift to Chapter 71