Designer Plastic-Coated Paper Tote from Germany
A stylish tote handbag featuring a paperboard body mainly covered with thin plastic film for a glossy finish and protection. Classified under HTS 4202.29.10.00 as a handbag of paper wholly or mainly covered with plastics, excluding direct plastics sheeting or leather. The plastic covering provides the essential character of durability while paper forms the structure.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
15.3%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Label products clearly as 'paper with plastic covering' and include material breakdown reports for CBP review
• Avoid classifying as 'plastic' if paper exceeds 50% by weight; use fiber analysis certificates