Abaca Braided Tote Bag

A spacious tote-style handbag constructed with an outer surface of interwoven abaca braid, ideal for everyday shopping or travel. Classified under HTS 4202.22.35.00 due to its handbag function and abaca textile braid exterior. Abaca's natural strength makes it suitable for durable, eco-friendly fashion accessories.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China8.4%+35.0%43.4%
🇲🇽Mexico8.4%+10.0%18.4%
🇨🇦Canada8.4%+10.0%18.4%
🇩🇪Germany8.4%+10.0%18.4%
🇯🇵Japan8.4%+10.0%18.4%

Alternative Classifications

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

4202.22Same rate: 43.4%

If of other textile materials like cotton or synthetic braid

Abaca-specific subheading applies only to abaca; other braids fall into residual textile categories.

3923.29.00Lower: 38% vs 43.4%

If bags of plastic sheeting not designed for prolonged use

Chapter note 2(A)(a) excludes short-use plastic bags from 4202, classifying them separately.

4202.12.21Higher: 55% vs 43.4%

If outer surface primarily of leather with abaca lining

Leather outer surface takes precedence, placing it in leather handbag headings.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include fiber content labels certifying abaca as the primary material to comply with textile import rules

Document braid manufacturing process to distinguish from woven textiles and support accurate HTS classification

Be cautious of quota restrictions on certain natural fibers; check current textile safeguard measures

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