Silk Shoulder Tote Bag from Japan
A spacious tote-style handbag with adjustable shoulder strap, outer surface composed of over 85% silk for a lightweight, lustrous finish. Ideal for daily use with internal pockets. Falls under HTS 4202.22.70.00 as a textile handbag exceeding silk content requirement.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Document shoulder strap construction as integral to prove handbag status versus simple tote
• Use customs valuation including silk yarn costs to accurately declare for duty calculation
• Avoid mislabeling as 'plastic sheeting' if silk dominates; test for accurate material declaration