Paper-Covered Straw Handbag from Japan
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 — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
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