Printed Plastic-Covered Paper Shoulder Bag from Japan
A fashionable shoulder handbag with printed designs on paper stock covered primarily with clear plastic sheeting. Under HTS 4202.29.10.00 for handbags of paper mainly covered with plastics, as per chapter notes excluding direct plastics bags. The covering enhances print protection and usability.
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
• Include print and lamination specs in commercial invoices to justify paper base classification
• Test for 'wholly or mainly covered' – over 50% surface area typically qualifies