Eco-Friendly Plastic Laminated Paper Purse

An environmentally conscious small purse made from recycled paper laminated mainly with biodegradable plastic for everyday use. It qualifies for HTS 4202.29.10.00 due to its paper construction primarily covered with plastics, fitting the specific subheading for such handbags. This distinguishes it from textile or direct plastic products.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China5.3%+35.0%40.3%
🇲🇽Mexico5.3%+10.0%15.3%
🇨🇦Canada5.3%+10.0%15.3%
🇩🇪Germany5.3%+10.0%15.3%
🇯🇵Japan5.3%+10.0%15.3%

Alternative Classifications

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

4202.22Lower: 27.6% vs 40.3%

If plastic sheeting forms the essential structure

Handbags where plastics sheeting gives the essential character are in 4202.22, not paper-covered.

6307.90.98Lower: 24.5% vs 40.3%

If textile fabrics are the main component under plastic

Textile material dominance shifts classification to Chapter 63 made-up textile articles.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Obtain sustainability certifications alongside material specs to support eco-claims and classification

Document lamination process to prove plastic is a covering, not the base material

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