Cotton Hiking Backpack from Japan
A lightweight backpack crafted from cotton canvas with multiple compartments, hydration sleeve, and padded straps for hiking and outdoor sports. HTS 4202.92.15.00 applies due to its cotton textile outer surface (vegetable fibers, not tufted) as a sports/travel bag. Designed for rugged portability.
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
• Provide evidence of backpack structure (frames/padding) to distinguish from simple textile packs
• Ensure no plastic outer sheeting; cotton must predominate for this subheading
• Label with care instructions per textile rules to aid customs fiber verification