Paper-Covered Straw Handbag from China
A fashionable handbag made from woven natural straw fibers, primarily covered with durable paper lamination for protection and style. It falls under HTS 4202.29.50.00 as a handbag of materials other than leather, plastics, textiles, etc., wholly or mainly covered with paper. The paper covering gives it a unique textured finish while maintaining lightweight portability.
Duty Rate — China → United States
45.3%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Verify the paper covering exceeds 50% surface area for proper classification; test for durability to ensure it's not considered disposable sheeting under 3923
• Provide detailed material composition certificates to customs