Cotton Travel Weekend Bag from Japan
Soft-sided weekend bag of 100% cotton canvas with zippered pockets, shoe compartment, and trolley sleeve for short trips. Falls under HTS 4202.92.3316 for its cotton textile outer surface as a travel bag. Lightweight and packable for air travel.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
17.6%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate ≥ 12.5 percent): MFN >= 12.5% → no additional duty
Import Tips
• Use HTS rationale statements explaining cotton vs. plastic distinction for CBP review
• Avoid bulk packaging that mimics 3923 plastic bags; retail-ready structuring preserves 4202 status
• Test for finishing treatments; heavy plastic coatings may disqualify textile classification