Paper-Covered Aluminum Wallet from Japan
A slim bifold wallet made primarily from aluminum with a durable paper laminate covering for a leather-like finish. It falls under HTS 4202.39.5000 as it is a pocket-carried article of a material other than the specified ones, wholly or mainly covered with paper. The paper covering provides protection and aesthetic appeal without changing its essential character as a wallet.
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 constitutes the main outer surface per HTS notes to avoid reclassification to paperboard-covered items
• Provide detailed material composition invoices showing non-leather, non-plastic base with paper coverage to customs