Nylon Hiking Backpack from Germany
A durable backpack designed for hiking and outdoor activities, featuring multiple compartments and adjustable straps, with an outer surface primarily of nylon man-made fibers. It falls under HTS 4202.92.31.31 as a travel/sports bag with outer surface of man-made fiber textiles, excluding any insulated features. This classification applies to non-insulated backpacks made mainly from synthetic fabrics like nylon.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
17.6%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.380%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 equal to or greater than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify the outer surface is predominantly man-made fibers (over 50%) via lab testing for accurate classification; include detailed fabric composition in commercial invoice
• Avoid misdeclaring as leather-covered to prevent penalties
• Check for any plastic sheeting components that might shift to 4202.92.15