Patent Leather Handbag from China
A shiny patent leather handbag with structured shape, gold hardware, and detachable shoulder strap, ideal for evening events. HTS 4202.91.90 applies as a handbag of composition leather (patent included per chapter notes), other than those with outer plastic or textile surfaces. The glossy leather finish defines its luxury appeal.
Duty Rate — China → United States
42%
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
• Confirm patent finish is genuine laminated leather, not plastic imitation; include lab tests for customs valuation
• Pitfall: overvaluing hardware if it affects essential character toward Chapter 71