Cotton Gym Tote Bag from Japan
A spacious open-top tote bag made from heavy cotton canvas for carrying gym clothes and gear, with short handles and a zippered pocket. Classified under HTS 4202.92.15.00 as a sports bag with outer surface of plain cotton textile (vegetable fiber, non-pile). Its design supports active use like gym or sports activities.
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
• Document bag's intended sports/travel use with product specs to support 4202 classification over general textiles
• Avoid adding plastic sheeting linings that could dominate outer surface, risking reclassification
• Conduct fiber content analysis if blends exceed cotton threshold for 'of cotton' status