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Polyester Soft Cooler Lunch Portfolio from Japan

A portfolio-style insulated bag for lunches, using polyester microfiber exterior for a professional look with cooling gel packs. Falls under HTS 4202.92.08.07 for man-made fiber insulated food/beverage bags, as opposed to briefcases (4202.11). The soft construction and thermal focus define its placement.

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

• Photograph construction for entries; portfolio flaps must not mimic attache cases (higher duty 4202.11)

• Declare exact insulation type; gel packs as 'parts' could invoke set rules

• Monitor weight limits; heavy-duty versions risk industrial end-use reclass