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Cotton Drawstring Handbag from Japan

A casual drawstring cotton handbag with long straps for shoulder carry, made from lightweight woven cotton. Falls under HTS 4202.22.45.00 for its textile outer surface of cotton vegetable fibers, functioning as a handbag despite minimalist closure. Suitable for beach or market use.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Document strap length and rigidity to affirm 'handbag with shoulder strap' status

• Test for textile dominance; inner plastic linings are okay if outer is cotton