Cotton Tobacco Pouch from Japan
A drawstring pouch made of cotton canvas for carrying pipe tobacco or rolling papers in pockets. HTS 4202.32.4000 applies to such small containers with cotton outer surface of vegetable fibers, non-tufted. Aligns with chapter definitions excluding musical instrument parts.
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
• Confirm no vulcanized fiber or paperboard inner layers dominate, as they could alter material classification
• Use precise invoices noting 'cotton outer surface, pocket size' to differentiate from larger sports bags
• Be cautious of odor-proof linings; if plastic-dominant, reclassification risk to 4202.22